Annual digital infrastructure reform underway

The Ministry of Technology, led by Wyatt Baek, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, led by Chelsea Chen, and the Ministry of Internal Affairs, led by Connor Kohlhagen, have announced a plan to reform the digital infrastructure for Gapla’s identification systems throughout 2025.

  • Update of eGapla SSO System: The Ministry of Technology is working to launch an updated version of the eGapla SSO system that allows users to securely sign in to government services with device biometrics such as a fingerprint or facial recognition, as well as through other alternative methods including two-step verification. (completed on 26 February)

  • e-Residency Program: The Ministry of Internal Affairs is working closely with the Ministry of Technology to launch an e-Residency program as a replacement for Gaplan citizenship for most members of our community, with Gaplan citizenship now reserved to those who verify their identity and complete a more thorough application. Existing Gaplan citizens will either have their citizenship renewed, or will be transferred to the e-Residency program. (Q2 2025)

  • NFC ID Cards: The Ministry of Technology is working to launch an NFC-enabled national identification card that would allow Gaplan citizens to log into government services or send money through the Bank of Gapla by tapping a physical card onto a mobile phone. In addition, physical national identification cards be able to be used digitally in most mobile phones to enter government buildings, such as offices or official residences. (Q2 2025)

  • myGapla Mobile App: The Ministry of Technology is working to launch a mobile app for the Federated States of Gapla on the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. The app would allow users to access the Secure Citizen Portal, Government Intranet, and Bank of Gapla, and would be integrated with the NFC ID cards mentioned above. (Q2 2025)

  • Biometric Passports: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is working closely with the Ministry of Technology to bring a refreshed, modern biometric passport to Gapla, featuring a beautiful polycarbonate biopage. (Q4 2025)