Egypt reaffirms commitment to AI and digital transformation
Egypt’s foreign minister has pledged stronger action on AI governance, data policy and regional digital cooperation as the country rolls out the next phase of its national AI strategy.
During a recent meeting with the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) at the Doha Forum, Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty reaffirmed the country’s dedication to advancing responsible digital transformation, data governance and AI.
He highlighted Egypt’s active role not only domestically but across the Arab and African regions, positioning the country as a key partner in shaping multilateral frameworks for digital cooperation. Among the milestones he noted were the launch of the second phase of Egypt’s national AI strategy and the adoption, in 2025, of a national open-data policy.
As well as AI and data governance, the agenda includes expanding digital capacity building, strengthening cybersecurity, and exploring future cooperation in AI, digital inclusion, and public-private collaborations.
This commitment aligns with broader government efforts: earlier in 2025, Egypt approved its first Open Data Policy, making public-sector data more accessible and machine-readable, a foundational step for data-driven governance, transparency and innovation.
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