Morocco's
Minister Delegate in charge of Digital Transition and Administrative Reform, Ghita
Mezzour, has embarked on a working visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to
strengthen ties and explore collaborative opportunities in the field of digital
transformation. The visit included a high-level meeting with His Excellency
Omar Sultan Al Olama, UAE’s Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence,
Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, held in Dubai.
The Moroccan
delegation also included the Kingdom’s Ambassador to the UAE, Ahmed Tazi, and
the Consul General of Morocco in Dubai, Saad Bendourou.
The meeting
served as a platform for both countries to discuss areas of mutual interest in
digitization and information technology, with a focus on accelerating
innovation and enhancing the digital economy.
In her remarks,
Minister Mezzour provided an in-depth overview of Morocco’s newly launched
national strategy, ‘Digital Morocco 2030’, which was approved by the country's
highest authorities. The ambitious initiative is designed to place Morocco at
the forefront of the digital revolution, with key projects aimed at
transforming various sectors of the economy through technological advancements.
During the
meeting, the minister also reiterated Morocco's
commitment to digital transformation and shared some of the strategic
objectives outlined in ‘Digital Morocco 2030’. The plan aims to strengthen the
country's technological infrastructure, expand digital services, and foster a
culture of innovation, all while boosting economic growth and improving public
administration.
For his part,
Minister Omar Sultan Al Olama praised Morocco’s digital ambitions and welcomed
the opportunity to work closely with the Kingdom on projects that would foster
technological growth and drive economic development. He noted the UAE’s
commitment to supporting Morocco’s digital transition, citing the importance of
partnerships in building a more connected and innovative future.
By: Nana Appiah Acquaye
