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Digital Regulation Workshop for Arab States, 8th of Nov. 2023



​​The workshop provided a comprehensive understanding of policy and regulatory approaches within the digital ecosystem. It underscored the significance of collaborative regulatory strategies; especially as digital transformation impacts various sectors. Additionally, the workshop offered insights into the latest regulatory developments and global trends.

This workshop was organized by ITU with the kind support of Saudi Arabia as part of the collaboration between Saudi Arabia and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) on assistance in telecommunication/ICTs to ITU Member States, and other partners.

The workshop helped to equip ICT/Telecommunications regulators, regulatory agencies, ICT policymakers, and sector members dealing with regulatory affairs with key capabilities, including the ability to develop effective digital transformation strategies, understand the roles within the digital ecosystem, and grasp the evolution of regulatory frameworks and their wide-reaching impact on markets, policies, businesses, and consumers. 

Furthermore, participants delved into regulatory insights, explored and analysed crucial issues in the fast-changing digital landscape. They learned to adapt to this dynamic environment by distinguishing new developments from foundational principles, while also understanding the significance of collaborative governance in addressing regulatory challenges. Additionally, they acquired the skills needed to implement industry-best practices for enhanced regulatory decision-making, contributing to the growth and sustainability of the ICT/Telecommunications sector.

The target audience for this workshop was ICT/Telecommunications regulators, other relevant regulatory agencies, ICT policymakers and staff from sector members dealing with regulatory affairs. ​

ITU Coordinator

​Dr. Mustafa Almahdi
Programme Officer, ITU
Email: mustafa.almahdi@itu.int