{"id":67657,"date":"2026-06-12T15:51:24","date_gmt":"2026-06-12T12:51:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entarabi.com\/?p=67657"},"modified":"2026-06-12T16:41:06","modified_gmt":"2026-06-12T13:41:06","slug":"digital-cooperation-organization-launches-global-expert-community-to-boost-digital-cooperation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entarabi.com\/en\/2026\/06\/digital-cooperation-organization-launches-global-expert-community-to-boost-digital-cooperation\/","title":{"rendered":"Digital Cooperation Organization Launches Global Expert Community to Boost Digital Cooperation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Digital Cooperation Organization Launches Global Expert Community to Accelerate International Digital Cooperation and Advance High-Impact Digital Initiatives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A global platform mobilizing expertise and collective action to advance shared digital priorities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), the world&#8217;s first standalone international organization focused on accelerating inclusive and sustainable digital economy growth, announced the launch of the Global Expert Community (GEC), a new global platform designed to mobilize expertise and advance international collaboration in support of high-impact digital initiatives across DCO Member States and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">The launch of the Global Expert Community reflects DCO&#8217;s continued commitment to turning digital cooperation into action by expanding access to specialized expertise and strengthening collaboration across sectors and borders. As digital transformation continues to reshape economies and societies worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">the GEC aims to bring together global perspectives and practical expertise to support the development of innovative solutions and accelerate progress toward more inclusive and sustainable digital economies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">Ms. Deemah AlYahya, Secretary-General of DCO, said:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\"> &#8220;Today&#8217;s digital challenges require stronger collaboration and access to diverse expertise&#8221;.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">She add:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">&#8221; Through the Global Expert Community, we are establishing a platform that transforms knowledge into actionable impact and strengthens our collective capacity to build more inclusive, resilient, and future-ready digital economies&#8221;.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">&#8220;By bringing together experts from across sectors and regions, we aim to accelerate knowledge exchange, foster collaboration, and support the development of practical solutions that drive meaningful and measurable impact through international digital cooperation&#8221;. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">Experts within the Global Expert Community will contribute through a range of activities designed to support DCD priorities, including but not limited to expert dialogues and strategic discussions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">capacity-building initiatives, advisory contributions, and the development of practical knowledge resources that support informed decision-making and effective implementation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">The Global Expert Community supports expertise across a broad range of priority areas within the digital economy, including but not limited to Artificial Intelligence (Al), Digital Trade, Digital Investment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">Data and Digital Infrastructure. Digital Talent and Skills. Digital Economy Policy and Governance. Emerging Technologies. Digital Inclusion and Innovation, Cybersecurity and Trust, and Digital Transformation and Adoption<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">Participation in the Global Expert Community is voluntary, with engagement opportunities activated based on initiative needs and relevance of expertise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">Applications are now open globally to qualified professionals from government entities, international organizations, academic institutions, private sector organizations, civil society institutions, and independent practitioners<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">Through the Global Expert Community, DCO aims to strengthen international collaboration and unlock new opportunities for experts worldwide to contribute their knowledge, experience, and insights toward shaping practical, high-impact solutions for the future of the digital economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">The General Secretariat is currently accepting applications for the inaugural Global Expert Community roster, welcoming experts, researchers, specialists, and industry leaders interested in shaping the digital future to apply through here<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">About the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) is the world&#8217;s first standalone international intergovernmental organization dedicated to accelerating the growth of an inclusive and sustainable digital economy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">Founded in 2020, the DCO brings together the Ministries of Communications and Information Technology of its 16 Member States, representing nearly 3.5 trillion in GOP and a combined market of over 800 million people, more than 70% of whom are under the age of 35<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">The DCD works with governments, the private sector, civil society, and international organizations to promote digital inclusion, enable cross-border data flows, empower women and youth, and support entrepreneurs and SMEs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">It facilitates coordinated digital policies across borders and holds observer status with the United Nations General Assembly and other global bodies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" dir=\"ltr\">For more information, including the complete list of Member States and access to DCO&#8217;s digital tools, visit www.dco.org or follow @DCOrg on Twitter and Linkedin.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), the world&#8217;s first standalone international organization focused on accelerating inclusive and sustainable digital economy growth, announced the launch of the Global Expert Community (GEC), a new global platform designed to mobilize expertise and advance international collaboration in support of high-impact digital initiatives across DCO Member States and beyond. 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