Participates in G7 Ministerial Meeting, presents Egypt's vision for AI Governance

Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptians Abroad Badr Abdelatty presented the country’s vision for AI governance at a G7 ministerial meeting session in Paris on Monday, emphasizing AI’s role as a driver of economic growth and innovation. He said Egypt wants to harness AI to improve quality of life across sectors including healthcare, education, agriculture, and public administration. Abdelatty outlined steps already underway: the National Council for Artificial Intelligence, a national AI strategy, and adoption of a National AI Governance Framework for 2026. He also highlighted partnerships with the private sector and support for scientific research and innovation. Internationally, he pointed to Egypt’s contributions to the African Union’s Continental Artificial Intelligence Strategy and involvement in Arab initiatives, and he welcomed the UN’s efforts, including an independent international scientific panel and a global dialogue on AI governance.