Indicator
Broadband infrastructure
Implemented
Not Implemented
Not Applicable
| Level | ALB | BIH | KOS | MNE | MKD | SRB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The policy framework is continuously reviewed and updated and results of monitoring and evaluation analysis are being used for the improvement of future broadband development policies. *No evidence of evaluation analysis conducted. | ||||||
| The policy framework includes specific measures to develop gigabit connectivity to connect main public institutions and enterprises relying on digital technologies. | ||||||
| Infrastructure investments for broadband development and coverage are co-ordinated with neighbouring economies. | ||||||
| The policy framework includes measures to encourage private sector investments in rolling out new broadband infrastructure (e.g. fibre, 5G). *Partially. | ||||||
| The policy framework includes measures to assure the resilience of broadband infrastructure against natural disasters and other risks. | ||||||
| The policy framework is being largely implemented according to the implementation timeline, with minor delays. | ||||||
| The policy framework is broadly aligned with international connectivity agendas (such as the OECD Recommendation of the Council on Broadband Connectivity; the EU strategy for Connectivity and/or Digital Future priority agenda under European Commission’s Economic and Investment Plan for the Western Balkans). | ||||||
| The policy framework includes specific measures to expand broadband access and increase household connectivity to 100Mbps. | ||||||
| The policy framework is built on a comprehensive broadband infrastructure mapping, which is regularly updated. | ||||||
| A national broadband development policy framework has been adopted by the government. *Draft Broadband Development Strategy 2023-2027 prepared but not adopted. | ||||||
| The policy framework includes measures to: 1) ensure mobile data connectivity across the entire territory; and 2) uninterrupted 5G coverage in urban areas. | ||||||
| There is evidence of advanced or full implementation of the policy framework towards the updated gigabit society targets. |
Note that for Bosnia and Herzegovina, “State” stands for the state level, while “FBiH” stands for the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina and “RS” stands for Republika Srpska - the two entities of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Note that the presented scoring criteria system is not a full representation of the scoring methodology used to determine the score for an indicator. For more information, see the Methodology section.