Amman, Oct. 29 (Petra) -- Speaker of the Lower House of Parliament Mazen Qadi sponsored the opening of the Innovation Dome International Forum for Development and Sustainable Development on Thursday.
Held under the theme "The Age of Smart Decision-Making: How AI is Reshaping Governments and Businesses," the event brought together lawmakers, diplomats, security officials, and digital economy experts.
The forum aimed to explore ways to use AI to improve government performance, strengthen private-sector competitiveness, and achieve sustainable development goals.
Speakers included MP Nour Abu Ghosh, Iraqi Ambassador to Jordan Omar Barzanji, Innovation Dome Director General Rani Omari, and Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Global Chair, Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, who addressed the forum using AI technology.
Barzanji pointed to the deep ties between Iraq and Jordan, strengthened by the two countries’ leadership, noting that the forum comes at a pivotal moment as AI transforms the management of countries and institutions.
Abu-Ghazaleh outlined the future of AI and its impact on governments and the global economy, stating that Jordan possesses the human talent needed to lead in this field. He also highlighted the modernization efforts led by His Majesty King Abdullah II.
Omari explained that the forum seeks to connect decision-makers, experts and innovators to draw up a roadmap for AI-informed decision-making that supports development across sectors.
During the first session, titled "Smart Governments and Strategic Decision-Making," Abu Ghosh stressed the role of AI and data analytics in boosting government efficiency, anticipating challenges and opportunities, improving planning and decision-making, and supporting sustainable development.
She also urged updates to legislation to ensure laws keep pace with rapid digital advancement, while advocating for greater empowerment of young people and women in technology and innovation.
On the sidelines of the event, officials toured an exhibition featuring handicrafts made by inmates of Correctional and Rehabilitation Centers. The items were showcased via "Made with Determination," the world's first digital platform allowing inmates to sell their products online.
//Petra// HA
