In a landmark step towards global digital collaboration, Shri S. Krishnan, Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with H.E. Mr. Raul Hernandez, Vice Minister for Development of Information Technologies, Telecommunications, and Space Activities, Venezuela, to foster cooperation in building advanced Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) on February 12, 2025 at New Delhi.
The strategic partnership aims to drive innovation, enhance digital service delivery, and create new avenues for technological growth between both nations. By leveraging India’s expertise in scalable, secure, and inclusive digital solutions, the MoU will facilitate collaborative development in key areas such as digital governance, fintech, cybersecurity, AI-driven public services, and telecommunications.
With India's proven leadership in Digital Public Infrastructure, particularly through initiatives like Aadhaar, UPI, DigiLocker, and CoWIN, this collaboration presents an opportunity to share best practices and technological frameworks with Venezuela. The MoU will:
- Support knowledge exchange for developing scalable e-governance solutions.
- Strengthen digital service delivery across public and private sectors.
- Enhance cooperation in emerging technologies, including AI, blockchain, and cybersecurity.
- Enable capacity building and technical assistance to bolster digital ecosystems.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri S. Krishnan emphasized that this partnership aligns with India’s vision of fostering digital inclusivity on a global scale. He highlighted that India’s Digital India mission and robust digital governance frameworks can serve as a blueprint for nations seeking transformative digital reforms.
H.E. Mr. Raul Hernandez expressed optimism about the collaboration, noting that India’s expertise in large-scale digital infrastructure can significantly contribute to Venezuela’s digital transformation journey.
This MoU marks a new chapter in international digital cooperation, reinforcing India’s role as a global leader in Digital Public Infrastructure development while fostering technological growth and digital empowerment in Venezuela.
