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Digitalization offers a significant opportunity for sustainable development in landlocked developing countries (LLDCs) in Asia and the Pacific, helping them overcome geographic and infrastructural barriers. This brief discusses how digital technologies can expand access to global markets, boost entrepreneurship, and improve essential services like mobile banking and telemedicine, which are crucial for economic growth and societal advancement. It emphasizes the need for continued government involvement in expanding infrastructure and refining regulations to maximize the benefits of the digital economy, ensuring that growth is inclusive and equitable across these regions.