By ; Islam Tawfik
Egypt, represented by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), participated at the expert level in the 8th Korea-Africa Economic Cooperation (KOAFEC) Ministerial Conference. The event was hosted in Seoul, South Korea, from September 8 to 11, through a partnership involving the African Development Bank, South Korea’s Ministry of Economy and Finance, and the Export-Import Bank of Korea.
The conference marked a significant milestone in the economic partnership between Korea and Africa. Established in 2006, the event has become a key platform bringing together ministers, government officials, private sector representatives, and financial institutions to exchange expertise and identify innovative solutions supporting digital transformation efforts across Africa.
This year’s conference was held under the theme "Leveraging AI and Technology Infrastructure to Transform Africa," reflecting a shift in the Korea-Africa partnership toward joint investment in digital technology, infrastructure, innovation, trade, and industrial and cultural processes.
The agenda featured a plenary session, a technology showcase, and discussions on digital connectivity, infrastructure, innovation, and trade—covering investment, public policy, and business dynamics across the continent and in Korea.
Egypt’s participation in this year’s ministerial conference underscores its commitment to collaborative efforts in digital technology, infrastructure, innovation, trade, and industrial and cultural sectors.
