Rabat – At the annual Web Summit in Lisbon, Morocco and Portugal have set sights on advancing their digital partnership, with a focus on public sector digitalization and innovation.
The discussions were held on Tuesday between Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni, Morocco’s Deputy Minister for Digital Transition and Administrative Reform, and Alberto Rodrigues da Silva, Portugal’s Secretary of State for Modernization and Digitalization.
The two officials shared their countries’ ambitions in digital transformation and tech sector development.
Morocco’s Ambassador to Portugal, Othmane Bahnini, also attended the talks, which also centered around enhancing collaboration in information technology and improving public administration through digital tools.
These meetings come at a time when both nations are investing heavily in their digital ecosystems to drive economic growth and public accessibility.
Minister Seghrouchni presented Morocco’s “Digital 2030” strategy, an ambitious national plan launched in September to foster a competitive digital economy.
At this launch, two agreements were signed that focused on enhancing digital vocational training and expanding high-speed internet infrastructure.
These initiatives reflect Morocco’s vision to become a regional digital hub, driving socio-economic progress through technological innovation.
The minister also spoke about Morocco’s efforts towards supporting digital start-ups, strengthening tech-driven education, and expanding scientific research capabilities.
Key projects, such as the development of large language models and the “AI Factory” in Morocco, reflect the country’s commitment to building a strong foundation in artificial intelligence and digital innovation.
For Portugal’s part, Rodrigues da Silva shared his country’s strides in digital government, including the country’s Digital Transition Action Plan. The initiative aims to modernize public services and foster a supportive environment for start-ups and tech firms.
With a focus on infrastructure and electronic services, Portugal’s strategy seeks to make government more accessible and efficient through digital means.
Lisbon’s Web Summit, which draws leaders and innovators in tech from across the globe, provided a fitting backdrop for the meeting.
Originally established in Dublin before moving to Lisbon in 2016, the event is a key venue for international collaboration in technology, digital policy, and entrepreneurship.
As digital transformation accelerates worldwide, Morocco and Portugal’s renewed cooperation reflects a growing trend of cross-border partnerships to drive innovation and adapt to an increasingly digital world.
