Investments in physical ICT infrastructure are mostly undertaken by the private sector once the regulatory framework is in place and operating effectively. Regional and global programmes received USD 970 million (Figure 11.15). The UMICs were the largest recipient group, with a share of 29.3% of total disbursements during the period 2002-15, the LDCs share stood at 24.6%, OLICs at 2.0%, and LMICs at 21.2%.