Egypt, OECD Partner to Develop National AI Strategy for Next Five Years
Egypt, OECD Partner to Develop National AI Strategy for Next Five Years
The partnership with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development aims to create a comprehensive framework for responsible AI adoption across economic sectors, Planning Minister Ahmed Rostom said at the AIM Investment Summit in Dubai.
Key details:
🟠Focus Areas: Maximizing economic and social benefits, raising public awareness, standardizing government systems, and improving data security.
🟠Regulatory Needs: Rostom called for clear frameworks promoting transparency, accountability, and stronger cybersecurity standards.
🟠Manufacturing Growth: The sector grew for 19 consecutive periods, contributing 1.1 percentage points to Egypt's 5.1% GDP growth in FY2025/2026.
🟠Human Capital: AI should complement, not replace, workers; investment in education and digital skills is critical to avoid widening the digital divide.
🟠Investment Priorities: Textiles, automotive manufacturing, and value-added services are highlighted as promising areas.
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