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Minister of Communications and Information Technology Raafat Hindi unveiled that the government has adopted a series of key executive measures to empower Egypt’s technology community.

This announcement was made during the first meeting of the National Council for Artificial Intelligence (NCAI) under its new mandate. The move reflects Egypt’s commitment to aligning with global trends in advanced technologies.

The minister confirmed that the executive plan for the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy (2025–2030) was approved, alongside 56 supporting sub-indicators to monitor progress. The initiative aims to strengthen implementation of the national strategy and expand the application of AI technologies across various sectors.

The NCAI also endorsed the activation of Egypt’s open data policy, together with the formation of a temporary joint committee to enhance data accessibility. The measure is expected to create new opportunities for startups and developers to design innovative digital solutions and smart applications that benefit citizens while supporting the growth of Egypt’s digital economy.

In addition, the council approved a national governance work plan for 2026, which includes developing guidelines for the safe use of AI applications targeting children, with the chief aim of promoting responsible and secure adoption of emerging technologies.

Hindi highlighted the launch of a capacity-building program in AI, targeting government institutions as well as partners across Arab and African countries. Implemented in co-operation with the UNESCO, the program aims to strengthen expertise and facilitate knowledge transfer in this critical field.

“Egypt is expanding its international partnerships, submitting a request to join the Steering Committee for New and Emerging Digital Technologies (CDNET) as an observer member, a step expected to enhance the country’s participation in global discussions on technology and digital transformation,” Minister Hindi said.

He emphasized that the government will continue to build a secure and innovative information infrastructure that serves citizens while reinforcing Egypt’s position as a regional and global hub for data and artificial intelligence.

Source: The Egyptian Gazette