WSSD2 Side Event

About the Session

The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) will host this side-event with the Kingdom of Belgium, the Kingdom of Morocco and the Federal Republic of Nigeria, to showcase how data-driven approaches can accelerate inclusive, sustainable, and resilient social development. The session will highlight insights from the 2025 Second Edition of the Digital Economy Navigator (DEN), a comprehensive global policy intelligence tool designed to help countries assess digital economy maturity, identify growth opportunities, and shape inclusive strategies for prosperity.

Welcome and Opening Remarks

	H.E. Deemah AlYahya Secretary-General, Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO)
	H.E. Imaan Sulaiman Ibrahim Honorable Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Nigeria

Keynote Intervention

Alaa Abdulaal

Chief of Digital Economy Intelligence, Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO)

Panel Discussion: From Data to a more inclusive digital economy

	Jean Van Wetter CEO of Enabel, Belgium
	Dr. Issa Faye Director-General for Global Practices and Partnerships Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)
	H.E. Omar Hilale PR of Morocco to the UN
	Ms. Ingrid McDonald UN Resident Coordinator in Albania
	Hassan Nasser Special Envoy Multilateral Affairs Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) (Moderator)

Key Themes

Leveraging data to inform national digital policies and drive social inclusion.
Addressing gaps in digital infrastructure, capabilities, and innovation.
Exploring how the digital economy can contribute to the 2030 Agenda and the SDGs.
Highlighting opportunities for partnerships and South-South cooperation to reduce fragmentation.

Expected Outcomes

High-level dialogue on shared challenges and priorities for advancing the digital economy.
Emphasis on evidence-based policymaking through tools like the DEN.
Identification of collaboration opportunities to promote inclusive, people-centered development.

Resources

Multimedia

🎥 DCO DEN Navigator Impact

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