This document discusses Chile's position regarding broadband and information and communication technologies (ICT) and appropriate roles for the government. Chile is a regional leader in Latin America but lags global leaders. While Chile has a strong foundation, there is significant opportunity for growth. The document recommends that the government drive competition and investment, fill gaps in unserved areas, and provide leadership, while leveraging Chile's market advantages and fostering public-private partnerships.

1. A Digital Agenda for Chile: A Role for Government Robert Pepper, Senior Managing Director Global Advanced Technology Policy 15 September 2007

4. The Importance of Broadband and ICT

7. Broadband connectivity is a fundamental element to support productivity growth and competitiveness U.S. Productivity Growth 1974 1995 2001 2010 48% 1.2% 2.1%* Expected impact of Internet Business Solutions in US and EU: * Productivity growth rate based on U.S. Government estimates EU Productivity Growth 1996 2000 2010 2001 30% 1.3% European Union 1.7%** **Productivity growth rate estimate based on 10 year OECD average from 1992-2001 Source: Net Impact, 2002. McKinsey & Company, Cisco Analysis US

8. Productivity Which Drives Standard of Living Standard of Living Doubles in 14 Years 5% 100% 25% 50% 75% Years Compound Productivity Growth Standard of Living Doubles in 72 Years 1% Standard of Living Doubles in 24 Years 3% Source: Net Impact Study 0 9 18 27 36 45 54 63 72

10. Chile and Its Peer Groups

12. The ICT Development Map Chile Compared to Latin America Regional Chile’s ecosystem is rated higher than the rest of the region, but its infrastructure rating is in line with its neighbors

13. The ICT Development Map Chile Compared to Similar Countries (+ - 30% of Chile’s GDPpc) Chile’s ecosystem rating is again ahead of this group of somewhat similar countries, while it’s infrastructure rating is merely in-line.

14. The ICT Development Map Chile Compared to its Aspirational Peers Chile compares favorably with countries in emerging markets, but not with the more advanced ones.

15. Chile –ICT Indicators Source: Digital Planet – WITSA; EIU

16. Chile –ICT Indicators Source: WEF-GITR (ITU)

17. Chile –ICT Indicators Source: EIU

18. Chile –ICT Indicators Source: WEF-GITR (ITU)

19. Chile –ICT Indicators Source: WEF-GITR (ITU)

21. Appropriate Roles for Government