Virtual technology parade of EGOV8 takes off tomorrow

Virtual technology parade of EGOV8 takes off tomorrow

KUWAIT: Organized by NoufEXPO, the 8th eGovernment Forum (EGOV8), which kicks off tomorrow, will be a remarkable technological event that comes after disruption due to the challenges and difficulties of COVID19. EGOV8 convenes during the next two days under the generous auspices of His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah.

Dr Rana Al-Fares, Minister of Public Works and Minister of State for Communications and Information Technology, will represent His Highness during the opening ceremony. NoufEXPO highly values the support of His Highness the Prime Minister, and wishes Dr Fares all the best in carrying out her responsibilities in leading the Ministry of State for Communications and Information Technology, established for the first time in Kuwait's history.

Dr Fares said on this occasion, "I realize the extent of effort required. The tasks are large, and the challenge is not easy, especially since I realize that the ICT sector has an important role to play in activating the digital transformation paths of the state and society in Kuwait.

There is also a big role for ICT in rationalizing the state's expenditure by harnessing technology in the provision of advanced electronic services and protecting society and its institutions and interests through cybersecurity capabilities