THAILAND'S INTERNATIONAL INTERNET GATEWAY (IIG): MARKET AND DEVELOPMENT

In Thailand, mobile Internet, big data, the Internet of Things, and cloud technology are modernizing sectors across the economy and drive major productivit y improvements. The Internet can pave the way for productivity gains and more efficient delivery of vital services across the country. It is a particularly useful vehicle for overcoming geographical barriers and widening access to information, products, an d services for rural populations. Improving competition and investment in the Internet gateway sector can resolve key infrastructure bottlenecks and improve the reach, cost, and quality of Internet services. Increasing demand for connectivity, bandwidth, a nd speed suggests that competition in the market, investment and upgrading will be required to improve the competitive advantage for the country.