In a bid to bridge the digital divide, the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has announced plans to increase Internet connectivity for impoverished communities in Bangkok. The initiative also includes the provision of WiFi service for districts nationwide. This move forms part of the NBTC’s fourth universal service obligation (USO) plan.
In line with the draft USO 4.0 scheme, adjustments have been made to some definitions of the USO projects to accommodate additional dimensions. As stated by the NBTC Commissioner, Somphop Purivigraipong, the internet for slum communities and WiFi for districts are digital tools intended to enhance the daily life of the underprivileged.
“The NBTC office is collaborating with the Social Development and Human Security Ministry to ascertain the definition of socially vulnerable…
