, EUP1501 ASSIGNMENT 5 SEMESTER 2
DUE DATE: 22 OCTOBER 2026
Government 5.0, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and ICT for Development
(ICT4D)
Section A: Government 5.0, SDGs and ICT4D
1. Introduction
Digital technologies are increasingly being used by governments, organisations and
communities to address social, economic and environmental challenges. Technologies
such as artificial intelligence (AI), big data, cloud computing, mobile applications and the
Internet of Things (IoT) are changing the way public services are delivered. Government 5.0
can be understood in relation to the broader concept of Society 5.0, which focuses on
creating a human-centred society by combining cyberspace and physical space to address
social problems and improve people's quality of life (Cabinet Office of Japan, 2026).
Government 5.0 therefore involves using advanced digital technologies and data to create
public services that are more accessible, efficient and responsive to citizens.
Digital technologies can improve public service delivery by allowing citizens to access
services without always having to visit government offices. For example, online platforms
can allow people to apply for identity documents, access social services, make payments or
obtain important information. Data can also help government departments identify
communities that require additional services and resources. The OECD (2026) explains that
digital technologies and data have become important foundations for governments seeking
to develop reliable, responsive and human-centred public services.
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are 17 global goals adopted by United
Nations Member States in 2015 as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
The goals address major global challenges such as poverty, hunger, health, education,
DUE DATE: 22 OCTOBER 2026
Government 5.0, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and ICT for Development
(ICT4D)
Section A: Government 5.0, SDGs and ICT4D
1. Introduction
Digital technologies are increasingly being used by governments, organisations and
communities to address social, economic and environmental challenges. Technologies
such as artificial intelligence (AI), big data, cloud computing, mobile applications and the
Internet of Things (IoT) are changing the way public services are delivered. Government 5.0
can be understood in relation to the broader concept of Society 5.0, which focuses on
creating a human-centred society by combining cyberspace and physical space to address
social problems and improve people's quality of life (Cabinet Office of Japan, 2026).
Government 5.0 therefore involves using advanced digital technologies and data to create
public services that are more accessible, efficient and responsive to citizens.
Digital technologies can improve public service delivery by allowing citizens to access
services without always having to visit government offices. For example, online platforms
can allow people to apply for identity documents, access social services, make payments or
obtain important information. Data can also help government departments identify
communities that require additional services and resources. The OECD (2026) explains that
digital technologies and data have become important foundations for governments seeking
to develop reliable, responsive and human-centred public services.
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are 17 global goals adopted by United
Nations Member States in 2015 as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
The goals address major global challenges such as poverty, hunger, health, education,
