Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Bahrain’s delegation participated in HLPF 2025 at the UN, reaffirming commitment to the 2030 Agenda and showcasing national progress in digital innovation, fintech, healthcare, and international cooperation.
Oman’s Ministry of Culture emphasizes the evolving role of libraries amid digital changes, highlighting their impact on education, AI, and sustainable development aligned with Oman Vision 2040.
The UAE and Bhutan jointly hosted the “AI for Development” workshop to explore AI-driven solutions for entrepreneurship, tourism, and agriculture. The initiative highlights the UAE’s commitment to technological diplomacy and Bhutan’s innovative drive to leverage AI for inclusive socio-economic growth aligned with sustainable development.
Morocco hosted the Smart City Morocco RoadShow & Expo 2025/2030 from May 21 to 23, promoting sustainable urban innovation across Casablanca, Rabat, and Benguerir. The event aligns with King Mohammed VI’s vision and prepares for the FIFA World Cup 2030, emphasizing resilient, connected, and inclusive smart cities.
Africorp Consortium has partnered with Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) to enhance Morocco’s innovation ecosystem. The collaboration, unveiled at Deeptech Summit 2025, will focus on AI, industrial optimization, sustainable agriculture, and mining. The partnership also includes developing specialized training programs and supporting entrepreneurship to nurture future talent.
The UAE and Egypt have signed an MoU to strengthen space cooperation, focusing on areas like Earth observation, satellite communication, and emerging technologies. This partnership reflects both nations’ commitment to sustainable development and knowledge exchange, reinforcing the UAE’s vision as a key player in global space exploration.
Dr. Khulood Almani, CEO of HKB Tech, outlines her vision for Saudi Arabia’s AI innovation and digital transformation. With a focus on sustainable entrepreneurship, AI-driven development, and localizing technology, she emphasizes the need for regulatory frameworks and collaboration to drive economic growth while fostering a digitally inclusive future.
The National Citizen Party (NCP) unveiled its “Vision 2035” at the Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025, proposing reforms to transform Bangladesh into a high-tech, green economy. Key initiatives include digital governance, tax reforms, SEZs, and decentralizing economic activity. NCP aims to drive long-term, sustainable growth regardless of political power.
Egypt will participate in 26 projects under the INTERREG NEXT MED programme, funded by the EU. The projects will focus on sectors such as SMEs, tourism, education, environmental sustainability, and climate change. The programme aims to promote smart, sustainable, and inclusive development across the Mediterranean Basin.
The Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications in Bahrain organized a workshop on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The session aimed at enhancing national capacity to achieve SDGs, aligning with Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030. Efforts include developing infrastructure, supporting digital transformation, and promoting sustainable transport solutions in coordination with relevant ministries.