2.1.1 Pillar 3: Infrastructure for Development As recognised by Pillar 3 of the KV20, improving ICT access and development will play an important role by facilitating connectivity and accessibility to economic infrastructure. Improving the national ICT infrastructure will support and enhance other drivers of growth. The National ICT Policy and regulatory framework provide a sustainable foundation for private sector participation in the ICT industry to foster improved ICT connectivity. Government is committed to improving this sector. It is anticipated that the three targets for service coverage in the KV20 will be met well before the 2036 end-year of the KV20 timeframe. (As a point of reference, mobile telephone service is currently available to nearly 70% of the Kiribati population.) KV20 service coverage targets 80% mobile telephone service 100% Internet Service 90% broadband services 2.2 Government Manifesto As stipulated under section 15 of the Government Manifesto, Information, and Communications Technology (ICT) is recognised as a vital part of the social and economic development, and one whose absence may hinder the desired improvements. Develop ICT On All Islands Manage ICT Reforms Manifesto Capacity building of IT (ICT) local experts National Internet Security e Use of e-Government gov Government Manifesto ICT Development Objectives The Government expects that fulfilling these ICT development objectives will help in leading Kiribati to become a wealthy, healthy and peaceful nation in accordance with its 20-year Vision, KV20. 2.3 ICT for Trade and e-Commerce The Government through its Trade Policy Framework (TPF) and Draft Investment Policy Framework recognizes how the use of information and communication technology (ICTs) in commercial activities serves to enhance trade and investment. For example, trade is enhanced by simplifying and modernising customs procedures through the implementation of ASYCUDA, which harmonises processes and reduces delays, bottlenecks and red tape costs. This National ICT Policy is consistent with the Trade Policy Framework and the draft investment Policy. Kiribati National ICT Policy 2019 3