Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni, Morocco’s Minister Delegate in Charge of Digital Transition and Administration Reform, emphasized Morocco’s commitment to digital transformation during a roundtable discussion at the “Meet Arab Tech” event, themed “Exploring the Arab World’s Potential as a Technology Market in Full Growth.”
Seghrouchni outlined the key initiatives under Morocco’s “Digital Morocco 2030” national strategy, which positions the digital economy as a critical lever for national development. The strategy’s goals include digitizing public services to ensure they are simple, transparent, and accessible to all citizens. It also focuses on advancing the digital economy, boosting the outsourcing and offshoring sectors, and supporting startups.
“By producing digital solutions, Morocco is contributing to job creation and generating added value for the economy,” she said, adding that these efforts will drive both national and regional growth, particularly in Africa.
The Minister also highlighted the importance of digitizing services such as e-government and simplifying administrative procedures. This, she explained, will not only enhance administrative efficiency and improve services for citizens but also encourage start-ups to develop and launch their projects.
Digital health was another key focus, with Seghrouchni pointing to the shortage of health services and professionals in the Middle East and North Africa. She stressed that bringing healthcare closer to citizens through digital solutions is a priority for the Ministry.
At the event’s opening, Morocco’s ambassador to Portugal, Othmane Bahnini, stressed that digitization has become central to public policies across Arab countries. He noted that governments are increasingly aware of digital transformation’s potential to modernize economies and meet the aspirations of their youthful populations.
Bahnini emphasized that the digital sector is no longer just a tool, but a strategic element for sustainable development, innovation, and enhancing economic competitiveness. He pointed to significant investments in technological infrastructure, the modernization of public services, and the promotion of digital skills among young people as key drivers of this transformation. Initiatives such as e-government platforms, digitization of education, and the creation of technology parks are prime examples of this forward-thinking approach.
Seghrouchni’s speech in Lisbon reinforced Morocco’s ongoing efforts in building a digital future that supports economic growth, innovation, and improved citizen services, aligning with the country’s broader development goals.
