Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Sri Lanka and Pakistan agreed to form a Joint Working Group on IT and Digital Economy to boost cooperation in digital infrastructure, e-governance, and skills development. The move expands bilateral ties beyond trade into emerging technologies while supporting SMEs, pharmaceuticals, and broader economic collaboration.
Jordan and India are expanding cooperation across trade, digital technology, renewable energy, and infrastructure. Bilateral trade stands at $2.8 billion with a target of $5 billion in five years. Both sides are exploring partnerships in fintech, health-tech, agri-tech, and digital public infrastructure.
Ethio Telecom and Somcable discussed a strategic cross-border telecom partnership focused on digital expansion, infrastructure sharing, and regional connectivity, aligning with Ethio Telecom’s long-term growth strategy and Somcable’s subsea cable assets to support digital empowerment across Africa.
Ethio Telecom and Somaliland-based ISP Somcable are exploring a strategic cross-border partnership to expand regional digital connectivity. The talks focus on leveraging infrastructure, subsea cable assets, and shared expertise to accelerate growth, align with Ethio Telecom’s “Digital & Beyond 2028” strategy, and advance digital empowerment across East Africa.
A Chinese delegation from Leviathan Group met Pakistan’s IT minister to explore long-term partnerships and investment in the country’s technology sector. Citing Pakistan’s digital growth and skilled workforce, both sides agreed to pursue collaboration aligned with the government’s Digital Nation Pakistan vision.
AD Ports Group has partnered with US-based BigBear.ai through Maqta Technologies to co-develop AI-driven digital platforms for customs and border operations, combining advanced AI with established port and trade systems to enhance efficiency, transparency, and security across global trade networks.
Khalifa University and LODD Autonomous have signed an MoU to advance hybrid VTOL UAV research, electric powertrains, and student learning. The partnership supports the UAE’s aviation ambitions through pilot projects, graduate research, internships, and industry-academic collaboration, strengthening Abu Dhabi’s aerospace ecosystem and developing future-ready engineering talent.
CG Net and Thulo.com have partnered to bring affordable automation tools to Nepal’s SMEs, helping businesses replace manual workflows with structured digital systems. The initiative targets productivity, customer management, and sales efficiency, launching in major cities with plans for nationwide expansion to modernize the SME ecosystem.
Morocco and Senegal signed 17 new agreements covering diplomacy, digital economy, education, transport, agriculture, and industry. The accords deepen strategic cooperation, strengthen youth and academic exchange, boost SME development, and enhance regional connectivity, reinforcing a shared vision for long-term growth and partnership across Africa.
Pakistan and the UAE agreed to deepen cooperation in investment, trade, and telecom, with PTCL and Etisalat’s future plans central to talks. Ishaq Dar pushed for early resolution of legacy issues to unlock UAE investment. Parallel diplomacy with Iran reinforced Pakistan’s regional engagement.