What is the process that Leland uses to bring a typical country on-board?
. First, Leland Washington receives an indication of interest from the USAID in-country Mission that Internet connectivity is desirable and feasible, for both the USAID Mission and the host country government. Next, policy and technical experts review the telcom policy environment (Objective 1) and available telecommunications and Internet technologies (Objective 2) in the country. Generally, the assessments are conducted by a policy specialist from the State Department and an Internet technology specialist. During these visits, the specialists consult with US Embassy and USAID staff, host country telcom policy makers, state-owned and private sector telecommunications firms and e-mail firms. When host country and USAID resident officials determine it is appropriate, the LI negotiates a formal bilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), signed by appropriate U.S. and host government officials. The MOU records the willingness of the host country to promote Internet friendly policies and
Related Questions
- I am wondering if it is difficult to bring a baby back into my country. How long does the process of getting the legalities of the birth certificate take before returning to my country?
- What is the process that Leland uses to bring a typical country on-board?
- Whats involved in the process to bring Babylon 5 to FreeSpace 2?
