Angola seeks stronger technology, investment ties with Qatar: Minister
<p>Doha, Qatar: Angola is keen to deepen cooperation with Qatar in artificial intelligence, digital literacy, technological innovation and investment, as the southern African nation seeks to accelerate its digital transformation and create new opportunities for Qatari businesses.</p> <p>Minister of Telecommunications, Information Technologies and Social Communication of Angola H E Mário…
Doha, Qatar: Angola aims to strengthen technology and investment ties with Qatar, according to Minister H.E. Mário Oliveira. The southern African country is eager to deepen cooperation in artificial intelligence, digital literacy, and technological innovation. Oliveira praised Qatar's technological advancements and its focus on building a connected, knowledge-based economy.
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Plenipotentiary Conference (PP-26) in Doha provided a crucial platform for enhancing relationships and sharing expertise. Oliveira invited Qatari investors to explore opportunities in Angola's expanding technology sector, noting that the Angolan market is open thanks to regulatory reforms and political stability.
He emphasized Angola's leadership in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Shared Satellite Programme and the development of its ANGOSAT-2 communications satellite, which has expanded connectivity to underserved communities. Oliveira also highlighted Angola's investment in submarine communications cables and the National Broadband Network project, aiming to improve connectivity and support sectors such as finance, healthcare, and energy.
In terms of digital government, Angola has implemented the Angola National Cloud, a unified platform for over 80 digital services. The Minister also addressed artificial intelligence governance, warning of potential risks while outlining plans to legislate AI applications and strengthen safeguards. Regarding cybersecurity, Angola has introduced legal instruments and is preparing the National Cybersecurity Centre to protect essential services.
Oliveira expressed confidence that international cooperation, particularly with Qatar, would help Angola develop a more inclusive, innovative, and competitive digital economy.
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