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Arab ICT Union and IFGICT Forge Strategic Alliance to Advance the Arab Digital Economy
In a pivotal move to elevate the Arab ICT landscape, the Arab Information and Communication Technology Union (AICTU) and the International Federation of Global & ICT (IFGICT) have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the sidelines of GITEX Africa 2025. This strategic alliance marks the beginning of a new era of cross-regional cooperation aimed at accelerating technological progress and sustainable development across the Arab world.
Founded in 2018 in the Kingdom of Bahrain, AICTU unites the leading ICT associations from ten Arab nations—including Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, Kuwait, Palestine, Lebanon, Tunisia, Yemen, and Iraq—under a shared vision of harnessing information and communication technology as a catalyst for socio-economic transformation.
IFGICT, an international non-profit organization established in 2014 and headquartered in the United States, is renowned for its contributions to setting global ICT standards in collaboration with major institutions such as the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). With a strategic focus on cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, green computing, sustainable development, and smart cities, IFGICT’s mission strongly aligns with that of AICTU.
The newly signed agreement outlines a shared commitment to:
• Launch joint programs and initiatives that foster innovation and technological advancement across the Arab ICT ecosystem.
• Promote hands-on training and professional development to build a new generation of certified Arab ICT experts in alignment with international standards.
• Facilitate knowledge exchange in areas such as digital standards, certification, and ICT governance to strengthen regional competitiveness on the global stage.
• Stimulate private sector engagement in ICT innovation and regional digital transformation.
• Support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through technology-driven, community-oriented initiatives.
This agreement signals a bold step toward realizing a cohesive Arab digital future grounded in excellence, inclusivity, and innovation. It reflects the unwavering dedication of both AICTU and IFGICT to ensuring that Arab nations not only participate in but shape the digital economy of tomorrow.
