High Commissioner Details Algeria’s Digital Sovereignty Achievements in Moscow
Algeria actively participated in the Global Digital Forum held in Moscow from October 8 to 10, 2026, with Ms. Meriem Ben Mouloud, Minister and High Commissioner for Digitization, representing the nation as tasked by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. Accompanied by Algeria's Ambassador to the Russian Federation, Mr. Toufik Gaouama, and a delegation, Ms. Ben Mouloud engaged in the forum's initial proceedings. On October 8, the High Commissioner joined a high-level public session titled "AI Race: One Set of Rules or Multiple Sets?", where discussions focused on international experiences in artificial intelligence governance and the challenges of establishing unified rules amid diverse national and international approaches. The session brought together ministers and officials from various Asian, European, and African countries, alongside experts from the United Nations, academics, and specialized researchers, facilitating an exchange of perspectives on future international cooperation in AI governance.
Continuing the forum's agenda, Ms. Ben Mouloud participated in another high-level public session on October 9, specifically addressing "Digital Sovereignty: From Resource to Export Asset." During her intervention, the Minister showcased Algeria's significant structural achievements in digital transformation and highlighted the fundamental pillars underpinning national efforts to establish comprehensive digital sovereignty. This session saw the participation of numerous international officials and experts, including Russia's Minister of Digital Development, Communications and Mass Media, Nigeria's Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Cuba's Deputy Minister of Communications, the Director General of the Russian Export Center, and a founding member of a leading Russian cybersecurity firm.
Furthermore, the High Commissioner held a high-level meeting with Mr. Amandeep Singh Gill, the UN Assistant Secretary-General and Special Envoy on Digital Technology. In this discussion, Algeria's experience in digital transformation, its achieved structural milestones, and national contributions towards achieving Sustainable Development Goals were thoroughly reviewed. This extensive participation by Algeria underscores its commitment to keeping pace with global technological advancements and enhancing its presence in international dialogues concerning artificial intelligence governance and digital sovereignty. It also aligns with the objectives of Algeria's National Digital Transformation Strategy, particularly as the nation is a founding member of the International Organization for Cooperation in Artificial Intelligence (WAICO).
