This award was launched in 2021 to stimulate studies, research, and technological applications in the digital economy.
Under the auspices of the Arab Federation for Digital Economy and under the patronage of His Excellency the Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, Mr. Ahmed Aboul Gheit, the Arab Federation for Digital Economy is pleased to announce the adoption of an annual award entitled the “Arab Digital Economy Award.” This award recognizes exceptional efforts and pioneering innovations in the field of the digital economy, which effectively contribute to enhancing and developing the technological and digital infrastructure in the Arab world.
The Federation issued the Arab Vision for Digital Economy to achieve ambitious goals aligned with the Federation’s role. It seeks to drive progress in various aspects of the digital economy, including knowledge development, infrastructure enhancement, regulatory frameworks, and legislative standards. By promoting digital inclusion plans and sustainable development strategies, the Arab Vision for Digital Economy aims to harness the potential of digital technologies to raise living standards and contribute to the comprehensive advancement of Arab societies. Through initiatives and strategic collaborations, this vision aspires to create a thriving digital ecosystem that benefits individuals and communities across the Arab world. The vision was adopted by Arab leaders at the 2022 Arab Summit in Algeria.
First Session 2024
The honorees of the 2024 Arab Digital Economy Award are:
His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, UAE – Leadership Category.
His Excellency Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, UAE – Leadership Category.
Beban Platform – Ms. Fajr Al-Bachaji, General Manager of Beban LLC, Bahrain – Private Companies Category.
Khazna Tech Financial Technology Company – Mr. Omar Tariq Mohammed – Egypt – Private Companies Category.
Second Cycle | 2025
An Arab award that aims to honor individuals, institutions, and initiatives that effectively contribute to building the digital economy, developing technical solutions, and supporting smart transformation systems, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals and international standards.
Target Audiences
Governments and public institutions.
Private sector and startups.
Universities and research centers.
Youth and community initiatives.
Award Areas
Leadership and Digital Transformation
Applied Research and Innovation
Institutional Excellence and Smart Transformation
Digital Solutions with Social Impact
Benefits
Official Arab and international recognition
Broad media exposure
Membership in the Arab Digital Economy Pioneers Network
Participation in the Federation’s international conferences
Participation Mechanism
Complete the award form available on the website and submit it via the official email.
Date: Deadline for applications: May 10, 2025
Nomination Form
Please read the terms below.
Terms
- individuals or institutions, including students of all academic institutions and also researchers can apply for this award.
- The participation file must be submitted by the applicants themselves.
- All accepted works are considered as the intellectual property of the award, and applicants will not retain any intellectual property rights after the submission.
- It is required that the submitted materials have not won a similar competition, or been submitted to obtain a university degree, and that it has not been previously published in newspapers, blogs or on websites, and that it has not been submitted at the same time to another competition or award.
- Any work that is in violation of the terms or any work that is incomplete shall be excluded.
- The research must be submitted on time and in Arabic or English.
- The application or award will be canceled if it is proven that one of the submitted evidence or documents is incorrect.