Behind every smart solution, there is a fiber story.
Whether it’s AI innovation labs, digital twins, autonomous and electric mobility, smart tourism, or net-zero buildings, the common denominator is always the same: reliable, high-capacity fiber networks that move data securely, quickly, and at scale.
As Chair of the Smart City Committee, my focus for the coming period is to:
- Position fiber as core digital public infrastructure, not just a telecom asset.
- Promote neutral-host and shared infrastructure models that make city-scale connectivity more efficient and investable.
- Encourage cities and giga-projects in MENA to align smart solutions with open standards, strong governance, and citizen-centric outcomes.
I invite regulators, city leaders, operators, and solution providers to work with us through Fiber Connect Council MENA to turn these insights into replicable, scalable frameworks for the region.
The technologies are ready.
The use cases are proven.
Now it’s about connecting them properly – on fiber.
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