Lebanon National AI Strategy

Call for Participation: Shaping Lebanon's AI Future Together

The National Center for Electronic Innovation in Lebanon (NCEILebanon) invites all stakeholders—government agencies, private sector leaders, academic institutions, and civil society organizations—to join us in an exciting and transformative journey: the "AI for Public Governance" program.

As we embark on this pivotal initiative to craft Lebanon's national AI policy, your expertise, insights, and collaboration are essential. Together, we aim to:

• Equip public sector leaders with AI knowledge and tools for enhanced governance.
• Foster innovation and promote AI-driven advancements across key sectors.
• Develop ethical and transparent AI frameworks that prioritize equity and trust.
• Create inclusive policies that align with Lebanon's national vision and global best practices.

This initiative is a unique opportunity to shape a future where AI serves as a force for progress, innovation, and sustainable development in Lebanon. Your participation will help define priorities, address challenges, and unlock the vast potential of AI to improve public services and elevate citizen engagement.

How to Get Involved:

• Join working groups dedicated to policy design, ethical AI frameworks, and sector-specific innovations.
• Contribute your expertise to collaborative workshops, seminars, and hands-on training.
• Share ideas and insights to ensure an inclusive and impactful national AI strategy.

Let’s unite our efforts to build a future-ready Lebanon, powered by artificial intelligence. Be a part of this forward-thinking movement by contributing to a shared vision of progress and prosperity.

Objectives:

• Promote Understanding of AI: Equip government officials and stakeholders with knowledge about AI fundamentals and its transformative potential in public governance.
• Enhance Decision-Making: Enable the application of AI tools for data-driven and evidence-based policymaking.
• Improve Public Services: Integrate AI solutions to optimize service delivery, enhance accessibility, and boost citizen engagement.
• Ethical AI Implementation: Establish guidelines to ensure transparency, fairness, and accountability in AI deployment.
• Strengthen Collaboration: Build inter-agency and public-private partnerships to foster innovative AI solutions for governance challenges.

Expected Results:

The "AI for Public Governance" program is expected to produce significant positive outcomes, including:

• Enhanced Governance Efficiency: Improved decision-making processes through data-driven insights and AI tools.
• Improved Citizen Services: Faster, more accessible, and personalized public services powered by AI solutions.
• Strengthened Trust in AI: Increased public confidence in the government's use of AI, thanks to ethical and transparent frameworks.
• Capacity Building: Well-trained government officials equipped to manage and implement AI technologies effectively.
• Policy Innovation: Creation of forward-thinking AI policies that align with national priorities and global standards.
• Cross-Sector Collaboration: Robust partnerships between public and private entities to drive AI innovation.
• Economic Growth: Stimulated AI-driven industries and investment opportunities contributing to national economic development.