Shaping Responsible AI for the Arab World
The Arab Center for Artificial Intelligence Governance & Digital Policy (AIGDP)
Our Core Areas of Work
From research and analysis to policy and capacity building
Our work is grounded in interconnected areas that bring together research and policy analysis, capacity building, and advisory support, with the aim of strengthening effective and responsible AI governance and supporting sustainable digital transformation across the Arab region.

Research and Policy Analysis
Developing AI governance frameworks, legal analysis, and policy recommendations grounded in regional realities and international standards.

Capacity Building
Designing training programs, policy workshops, and academic initiatives for public officials, professionals, and institutions.

Advisory and Policy Support
Supporting governments and organizations in developing AI strategies, governance models, and responsible AI policies.
Our Working Methodology
Regional Focus, Global Engagement
At the Arab Center for Artificial Intelligence Governance & Digital Policy (AIGDP), we adopt a methodological approach that integrates regional specificities with active engagement in international policy and governance discussions, ensuring that policy frameworks are both relevant and effective within the Arab context.
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Integrating Arab Perspectives and Expertise into Global Debates
The Center works to bring experiences, challenges, and opportunities related to artificial intelligence in the Arab region to international platforms, contributing to global debates with solutions that reflect cultural, social, and economic diversity, and ensuring meaningful Arab participation in shaping AI governance agendas.
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Aligning Regional Initiatives with International Standards and Best Practices
The Center supports policymakers and institutions in aligning national and regional policies and initiatives with internationally recognized standards and best practices, while taking into account local legal and institutional specificities. This approach strengthens policy coherence, regulatory sovereignty, and helps reduce compliance gaps.
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Facilitating Knowledge Exchange and Bridging Regional and Global Contexts
The Center plays a bridging role in facilitating the exchange of knowledge and expertise between the Arab region and the global policy community, through research partnerships, capacity-building programs, and policy dialogue. This supports the development of practical, implementable AI policies that are responsive to real-world digital transformation challenges.







