C-suite gathering emphasizes digital sovereignty and AI-powered cloud solutions for public sector modernization
Dubai, UAE – Telecommunications and digital solutions provider du recently convened an exclusive C-suite forum under the theme “Unleashing the Power of Sovereign Cloud for Modern Government”. Held at the iconic Mohammed bin Rashid Library in Al Jaddaf, the event brought together senior executives, policy makers, and IT leaders from across the UAE’s government and public sector to explore the next phase of national digital transformation.
Empowering a Digitally Sovereign UAE
As governments worldwide accelerate their cloud adoption strategies, the UAE is emerging as a regional leader by placing data sovereignty and compliance at the core of its digital agenda. du’s event emphasized the role of sovereign cloud infrastructure in ensuring data control, privacy, and scalability—critical factors for public institutions navigating complex regulatory environments.
According to market forecasts, the global telecom cloud market is expected to surge to USD 73.65 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 19.7%. du Tech’s sovereign cloud ecosystem is strategically designed to address these shifts by delivering AI-powered, locally compliant infrastructure tailored for the UAE’s unique public sector needs.
Leadership Commitment to National Vision
Speaking at the event, Jasim Al Awadi, Chief ICT Officer at du, reaffirmed the company’s role in supporting the UAE’s long-term digital goals:
“The event illustrates our commitment to the UAE’s digital vision. Our Sovereign Cloud ecosystem is purpose-built to empower government and public sector institutions, driving innovation while ensuring the highest levels of operational control and data security. We are proud to support the UAE’s journey to achieving digital sovereignty by leveraging advanced AI technologies and native scalability.”
Strategic Collaboration with Oracle and IDC
The forum featured key insights from Oracle, a strategic partner in du’s sovereign cloud initiative, which presented its vision on how cloud technologies can enable digital excellence in public administration. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to delivering transformative, secure, and high-performance cloud solutions for government use.
The event was also organized in partnership with IDC (International Data Corporation), further elevating the dialogue with regional and global perspectives on sovereign cloud adoption and governance models.
Innovative Solutions for Government Transformation
Attendees engaged in a series of discussions and live demonstrations showcasing how du’s sovereign cloud infrastructure is enabling smarter governance through AI integration, cyber-resilient architecture, and seamless scalability. Topics explored included:
- Enhancing citizen services through real-time data insights
- Enabling inter-agency collaboration via secure cloud environments
- Reducing dependency on foreign infrastructure and strengthening national resilience
The event served as a platform for sharing best practices and aligning strategies to drive public sector innovation in line with the UAE’s digital economy ambitions.
About du
du, a brand under Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), offers a wide-ranging portfolio of mobile, broadband, entertainment, and fintech services. As a digital-first telecom leader, du powers the UAE’s transformation journey with next-generation technologies including 5G, AI-driven analytics, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and IoT. With a strong ecosystem of partners, du is at the forefront of building a connected, secure, and digitally empowered future for the UAE and beyond.
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