Application of Information Technology for Government Role in Rural E-commerce Development - from the Perspective of Basic Public Services

摘要

The development of rural e-commerce is a gradual process involving various factors, among which the application of information technology for the role of government is of great importance. Rural e-commerce in China is lagging behind compared with the developed countries. As a kind of basic public service, rural e-commerce has strong positive externality. Government at different levels have to share the responsibility in terms of capital input, financial aid, tax policy and legal support.