The President of the University of Information Technology and Communications, Professor Dr. Abbas Mohsen Al-Bakri, took part in a virtual expert meeting organized by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) on Wednesday, 11 November 2026. The meeting discussed guidelines for the safe and effective deployment of artificial intelligence agents in public institutions across the Arab region.
Participants discussed the regulatory and technical frameworks required to adopt AI agents in public institutions, as well as ways to strengthen governance, transparency, accountability, and human oversight. They also addressed challenges related to data protection, cybersecurity, and managing the risks associated with the use of these emerging technologies.
The meeting also considered a draft guide that ESCWA is developing to provide a practical roadmap for public institutions in Arab countries. The guide aims to support the safe and responsible adoption of AI applications and to incorporate experts’ views and feedback so that it reflects the needs of the Arab region.
The University President’s participation reflects the University of Information Technology and Communications’ commitment to keeping pace with global developments in artificial intelligence and strengthening its academic presence at regional and international forums focused on emerging technologies and digital transformation.
