▶ The goal of Taza Koom digitalization was to jumpstart the economy, create jobs, and prevent corruption through transparency. ▶ If we can draw one lesson from the development experience of Korea then it is the personal involvement and commitment of ordinary citizens to the development of their own country. In the digital transformation of Kyrgyzstan, citizens and communities are also involved in bo...

▶ This paper delves into the possible implications of the evolution in Russian cyberspace on the digital transformation of Central Asia. ▶ It scrutinizes how the state-centric model of cybersecurity adopted by Russia may shape the cybersecurity strategies of Central Asian nations, given that they shared a common digital space. ▶ The decisions made and measures implemented will not only sh...

▶ All the Central Asian countries are committed to meeting the UN’s SDG goals in terms of providing digital services for the majority of the population. However, these countries vary in terms of resource abundance based on their geographical locations and such overreliance on natural resources has left them vulnerable to economic peril. ▶ The digital transformation in Central Asia requires building...

▶ Amid Central Asia's efforts to enhance its multi-vector diplomacy while maintaining peaceful relations with Russia and China, the most striking area of cooperation is in the field of digital transformation. Digital transformation has become a top priority for Central Asian countries and the most promising area for Korea to gain a foothold in the region. ▶ Central Asia's smart cities are utilizing...