POLICY OBJECTIVES 1) The people of Antigua and Barbuda are to have access to and become active participants in the global village network. 2) Telecommunications is to function as a catalyst for economic growth and development 3) The creation of a dynamic ICT industry is to be developed within Antigua and Barbuda that will provide employment opportunities and ensure that Antigua and Barbuda benefits from the converging areas of telecommunications, broadcasting and information technology 4) Training of personnel to provide the leadership and guidance in an expanding and diversified ICT industry 5) An independent telecommunications regulatory authority is envisioned that will be authorized to regulate the telecommunications sector in a transparent, nondiscriminatory and accountable manner and facilitate effective competition. 6) Social objectives in education, health, commerce, governance systems and national security will be enhanced and achieved by the use of ICT services and techniques 4