Somalia and Saudi Arabia have taken a significant step towards enhancing their technological cooperation by signing a pact to regulate artificial intelligence (AI) and space technology. The agreement was made during the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-25) in Riyadh, where Somalia's National Communications Authority Director General, Mustafa Yasin Sheikh, and Saudi Arabia's Communications, Space and Technology Commission Governor, Haitham Al-Ohaly, met to discuss regulatory frameworks.
The partnership aims to share expertise on regulating AI and space technology to ensure responsible growth and innovation. By working together, both countries can develop robust regulatory frameworks that balance technological advancement with societal needs and concerns. The agreement also focuses on enhancing digital cooperation between Somalia and Saudi Arabia, including infrastructure sharing and joint technical exchanges.
Somalia will benefit from Saudi Arabia's advanced expertise in telecommunications, AI research, and space exploration through staff training programs and knowledge-sharing platforms. This capacity-building initiative will enable Somalia to develop its own technological capabilities and participate more effectively in the global digital economy.
The partnership supports Somalia's ongoing digital transformation, positioning itself as an active participant in international technology and space sectors. By collaborating with Saudi Arabia, Somalia can leverage the country's experience and expertise to drive its own technological progress.
This agreement reflects a shared vision between the two nations to encourage innovation while ensuring technological progress is managed responsibly. By working together, Somalia and Saudi Arabia can accelerate their digital transformation journeys and serve as a model for other countries seeking to balance growth with responsible technology use.
