The Egyptian government is set to introduce a new law that will classify, exchange, and make data available between executive bodies. This move is aimed at supporting the country's digital transformation and facilitating the delivery of services to citizens. The law, which will be presented to parliament in the coming weeks, is expected to enhance the exchange of information and data between state institutions. This, in turn, will help achieve integration between various government sectors and speed up transactions.
The announcement was made by Ahmed Badawi, head of the Communications and Information Technology Committee in the House of Representatives. He revealed this during a meeting of the committee, which was dedicated to discussing several requests for information related to problems with landline communication and internet services. These issues included the requirement for a landline phone to access internet services and the delay in replacing and renewing communication cables. The meeting was attended by officials from the Egyptian Telecommunications Company and the Ministry of Local Development.
Badawi emphasized that the new law represents a significant step towards developing mechanisms for exchanging information and data between state institutions. This will help achieve integration between various government sectors and facilitate citizens' access to services. The law will also support the implementation of the single-window system, a tool aimed at simplifying government procedures and reducing the burden on citizens.
The law is expected to eliminate many administrative obstacles and enhance coordination and integration between state institutions. This, in turn, will positively impact the quality of services provided to citizens and support the country's digital transformation. The law will establish clear controls for data availability and exchange between executive bodies.
Badawi also praised the efforts of the Egyptian Telecommunications Company in developing the infrastructure for the communications sector. He noted that the company's investments in recent years have led to an improvement in the level of communication and internet services in Egypt. The company's efforts to update networks and increase internet speeds have contributed to this development.
The head of the Communications and Information Technology Committee stressed the importance of continuing to expand communication networks and develop services in areas that have not yet been covered by integrated communication services. This will ensure that all citizens have access to digital services and are not excluded from digital transformation projects.
The introduction of the new law is expected to have a positive impact on the country's digital transformation. It will support the government's efforts to provide better services to citizens and enhance the overall quality of life. The law is a significant step towards achieving Egypt's digital transformation goals.
Key points
- The Egyptian government to introduce a law for data classification and exchange between government agencies to support digital transformation.
- The law aims to enhance the exchange of information and data between state institutions and facilitate citizens' access to services.
- The law will support the implementation of the single-window system and eliminate administrative obstacles.
