Arab Parliament urges investment in AI and digital transformation

June 19, 2026 / 11:54 PM

Sharjah 24 – WAM: Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Yamahi, Speaker of the Arab Parliament, emphasised the importance of investing in the knowledge and technology economy, particularly artificial intelligence and digital transformation, stressing that the priority is not only acquiring technology but also developing the capacity to produce, localise and advance it, while establishing legislation to protect societies from potential risks.

Strengthening economic integration and regional cooperation

Speaking at the opening of the Fourth Economic Parliamentary Forum for the Euro-Mediterranean and Gulf regions in Marrakech, Al Yamahi called for translating the region’s potential into practical outcomes through joint projects and stronger economic, trade and investment integration to build more resilient regional supply chains.

He urged parliaments to expand their role beyond legislation by supporting major economic initiatives and responding to rapid global changes. Al Yamahi also reaffirmed the Arab Parliament’s support for deeper Arab-Euro-Mediterranean-African cooperation based on shared interests, knowledge transfer and increased investment in technology and infrastructure.

Enhancing dialogue for sustainable development

He highlighted the importance of strengthening dialogue among parliaments, international financial institutions and the private sector to advance solutions related to financing, development, investment and technology transfer, contributing to sustainable development, stability and shared prosperity.