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Information Technology: Propelling Economic Growth
By U Thein Oo Patron, Myanmar Computer Federation Chairman, Myanmar ICT Development Cooperation Chairman, Steering Committee for Yangon & Mandalay Computer Universities (CoE)
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MESSAGE 1 It is widely accepted (also in Myanmar) that ICT is at the centre of an economic and social transformation. Advances in ICTs have dramatically changed the World economy over the last few decades. The fact that ICT can propelled economic development is proven. The intrinsic value of ICT lies not in its ease for communications and information but rather as an enabler for growth and development. ICT is considered as a powerful tool for economic growth and poverty eradication.
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IDI and GNI Per Capital ICT Development is a major factor for well being Source : ITU
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ICT Sector contribution to GDP
ICT has significant impact to socio economic performance of the country This trend also has positive impact to the economic growth ICT sector contribution to GDP in Korea was 17.2% in 2007
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MESSAGE 2 Myanmar had plan but no implementation
Myanmar leaders, business communities and even general public recognize that ICT is a key enabler for socio-economic development. There are efforts in preparing ICT development plans. Master plan Master plan and Action plan Follow up plan But there is still not much concrete implementation efforts for ICT development.
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Framework: ICT for Development
ICT Industry Development Human Capital Technology & Telecommunication Infrastructure Organization Legal Infrastructure Financial Capital Capital Access Literacy Use ICT Index Good Governance Clean Government Transparency Fair Competition Inclusiveness Fundamentals Agriculture Trade Manufacturing Transportation Service Health Education Sector Development Economic Development Food Clothing Shelter Social Development Entertainment (Leisure) Political Development Participation Impact (Values) Millennium Development Goals Access to Knowledge Access to Market Access to Technology Better Communication Reduce Cost Improve Productivity Gain Competitive Advantage Eliminate Poverty and Hunger Ensure primary education for all Promote gender equality Reduce juvenile mortality Better maternal care Combat diseases Ensure sustainable environment Build global partnership for development
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Vision: 2011-2015 ICT Master Plan
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Focused Areas
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Action Plan
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Action Plan (continued)
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MESSAGE 3 Just developing and talking about vision, mission and reform and not putting concrete efforts leave Myanmar at the bottom of IDI ranking and consequently economic development.
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IDI Index 2010 and 2011 Source : ITU Economy Rank 2011 Rank 2010
Korea 1 8.56 8.45 Singapore 12 10 7.66 7.47 Brunei Darussalam 57 52 4.95 4.85 Malaysia 58 4.82 4.63 Viet Nam 81 86 3.68 3.41 Thailand 92 89 3.29 Philippines 94 3.19 3.04 Indonesia 95 97 3.01 Lao P.D.R 120 1.99 1.84 Cambodia 121 119 1.96 1.88 Myanmar 131 129 1.67 1.65 Source : ITU
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IDI Access Sub-Index 2010 and 2011
Economy Rank 2011 IDI 2011 Rank 2010 IDI 2010 Hong Kong 1 9.21 9.09 Singapore 8 8.38 12 8.12 Brunei Darussalam 44 6.46 41 6.33 Malaysia 54 5.85 51 5.66 Viet Nam 85 4 84 3.81 Thailand 91 3.78 89 3.6 Philippines 99 3.37 98 3.28 Indonesia 101 3.32 105 3.09 Cambodia 113 2.53 111 2.43 Lao P.D.R 120 2.45 124 2.18 Myanmar 149 1.52 148 1.49 Eritrea 155 0.85 Myanmar teledensity will reach 50% by end of 2015 (MOST). It is a challenging job. If fulfilled, Myanmar’s ranking may go up. Source : ITU
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ICT Access Key Indicator in Myanmar
Source : MOST
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ICT Skill Sub-Index 2010 and 2011
Economy Rank 2011 IDI 2011 Rank 20010 IDI 2010 Korea (Rep.) 1 9.86 Thailand 62 7.34 64 7.22 Singapore 71 7.08 Brunei Darussalam 72 Philippines 77 6.96 78 Malaysia 90 6.69 Indonesia 100 6.41 Viet Nam 101 6.4 Myanmar 111 5.24 Cambodia 120 4.38 Lao PDR 121 4.35 Niger 155 1.45 Myanmar’s ICT Skill Index is not so bad. We may be able to improve considerably if we give priority to e-Education and ICT HRD. Skill may be deciding factor in the future. Source : ITU
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ICT Use Sub-Index 2010 and 2011 Economy Rank 2011 IDI 2011 Rank 2010 IDI 2010 Luxembourg 1 8.17 8.04 Singapore 6 7.24 7.02 Brunei Darussalam 56 2.85 48 2.57 Malaysia 62 2.38 2.25 Viet Nam 76 2.01 79 1.52 Thailand 92 1.4 93 1.04 Philippines 98 1.18 94 1.01 Indonesia 100 1.09 95 Lao P.D.R 125 0.36 129 0.26 Cambodia 135 0.19 143 0.08 Myanmar 155 0.04 0.01 We may still need to increase awareness that ICT is key for development and systematic efforts are needed. Source : ITU
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IMF Estimates: 2011 ASEAN GDP (nominal)
Country GDP (USD Millions) GDP (PPP) (USD Millions) 1 Indonesia 845,680 1,124,000 2 Thailand 345,649 616,783 3 Malaysia 278,680 447,279 4 Singapore 259,849 314,911 5 Philippines 213,129 390,408 6 Vietnam 122,722 299,985 7 Myanmar 51,925 82,679 8 Brunei 15,333 20,969 9 Cambodia 12,861 33,463 10 Laos 7,891 17,433 Source : IMF
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IMF Estimates: 2011 ASEAN GDP (per capital)
Country GDP per capital (USD) 1 Singapore 60,500 2 Brunei 50,000 3 Malaysia 15,800 4 Thailand 9,500 5 Indonesia 4,700 6 Philippines 4,100 7 Vietnam 3,400 8 Laos 2,700 9 Cambodia 2,200 10 Myanmar 1,300 Source : IMF
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MESSAGE 4 Myanmar is really changing
ICT Developmentin Myanmar is at the early stage There are many opportunities for cooperation with countries like United States
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Opportunities in Myanmar
Myanmar Attractiveness Strategically Located between China, India & ASEAN Significant Market of 60 Million People Young and Dynamic Work Force Untouched Natural Environment and Historical Significance for Tourism Agricultural Fertile Lands Natural Resources Changes in Strategic Elements New Democratic Government Dedicated, Open Minded and People Oriented Head of State & Influential Public Leaders working together Significant Improvements in Rule of Law and National Reconciliation Significant Improvement s in International Legitimacy
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Cooperation for mutual benefits
Technical assistance Technical Transfer Financial Assistant Consultation Outsourcing Investment Myanmar Problems & Weakness Investors Advantage Weak Infrastructure ICT HRD quality Awareness Cyber Law Technological know-how Job Creation Entering international Market Financial resources Cost Saving Extension of Working Hours Overcome Manpower shortage Investment Opportunities New Market Outsource Human Resource Link to ASEAN Globalization Advantages Technology Transfer Know-How and Experiences ICT use Job Creation High Income Growth in ICT industry Increase Competitiveness of Myanmar
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Involvement in ICT HRD in Myanmar?
Inclusive Social Economic Development & Poverty Reduction Necessary Outcome Productivity Quality Products Good Service Potential Sectors Agriculture Mining Oil/GAS Forestry Life Stock & Fisheries Finance & Service Manufacturing Trade Enabling Environment Legal Framework HRD Logistic Telecom Infra Electricity Capital Investment Basic Elements Human Rights Good Governance Clean Governance Transparency Fair Competition Inclusiveness Assistance in HRD Projects Establishment of IT educational Institutes Internship programs Technical transfer
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Investment in ICT Infrastructure development?
Inclusive Social Economic Development & Poverty Reduction Necessary Outcome Productivity Quality Products Good Service Potential Sectors Agriculture Mining Oil/GAS Forestry Life Stock & Fisheries Finance & Service Manufacturing Trade Enabling Environment Legal Framework HRD Logistic Telecom Infra Electricity Capital Investment Basic Elements Human Rights Good Governance Clean Governance Transparency Fair Competition Inclusiveness Assistance in Infrastructure Building Any Companies should find opportunities to invest in Infrastructure Projects. Technological assistance and transfer.
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Capital Investment in ICT Sector?
Inclusive Social Economic Development & Poverty Reduction Necessary Outcome Productivity Quality Products Good Service Potential Sectors Agriculture Mining Oil/GAS Forestry Life Stock & Fisheries Finance & Service Manufacturing Trade Enabling Environment Legal Framework HRD Logistic Telecom Infra Electricity Capital Investment Basic Elements Human Rights Good Governance Clean Governance Transparency Fair Competition Inclusiveness Direct Investment Creation of Investment Funds for Investment in ICT sector in Myanmar Form JV with Myanmar Company
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Involvement in development of economic sectors?
Inclusive Social Economic Development & Poverty Reduction Necessary Outcome Productivity Quality Products Good Service Potential Sectors Agriculture Mining Oil/GAS Forestry Life Stock & Fisheries Finance & Service Manufacturing Trade Enabling Environment Legal Framework HRD Logistic Telecom Infra Electricity Capital Investment Basic Elements Human Rights Good Governance Clean Governance Transparency Fair Competition Inclusiveness Find opportunities in interested Sectors and conduct feasibility studies quickly Find good business partners and build good relationship in interested Sectors quickly
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Conclusion We need to recognize that ICT4D is a program aimed at bridging the digital-divide and bolstering economic development by ensuring equal access to up-to-date Information and Communication Technologies. Myanmar is really changing and reversal is impossible Development in Myanmar presents enormous Investment Opportunities in IT Sector. However, Investment will only be fruitful only with assistance and technology transfer contributing to capacity building. Government commitment and involvement in ICT4D is very important at the initial stage where private sector cooperation is insufficient. There must be cooperation and coordination between the two governments. Helping Myanmar in development will be mutually beneficial to America. We can become political, social and economic partners.
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Thank You!
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