The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), a global multilateral organization committed to enabling digital prosperity for all by accelerating the inclusive growth of the digital economy, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the League of Arab States (LAS) to cooperate in developing an inclusive and sustainable digital economy.
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H.E. Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the LAS,said: "It is fundamental that the Arab region keeps pace with the rapid technological changes that are shaping the future of the global economy. This includes investing in digital infrastructure, enhancing technology education and innovation, and ensuring widespread access to digital tools and services. With the DCO, we will develop digital policies in the digital economy and support innovation and the responsible use of AI. Signing the MoU underscores our shared commitment to leveraging technology as a crucial tool in combating poverty, enhancing security, and fostering sustainable development across LAS Member States."
The MoU follows a Cairo meeting between the DCO and LAS in May 2024, where both entities committed to enhancing their cooperation.
