The 13th edition of the forum will take place on April 6-7, focusing on the rapidly changing digital landscape and the technologies shaping the future. Delegates can expect a pre-program section on the event website that outlines key sessions, speakers, and practical insights for attendees planning to participate.
Participants will explore the government’s role in shaping internet governance, with a strong emphasis on keeping human-centric principles at the core of digital innovations. The program also tracks the progress of drafting a global digital contract, examining how such a framework could harmonize rules and norms across borders while preserving national interests.
Attendees will review comparative experiences from multiple countries that are pursuing digital sovereignty. The forum will analyze strategies for managing national network segments, discuss the risks and potential repercussions of fragmented Internet landscapes, and propose policy paths to maintain stable, widely accessible online ecosystems.
Beyond governance, the discussions will consider how the Internet affects children and adolescents, the role of education in supporting a digital economy, and the integration of artificial intelligence in health care. There will also be a focus on youth participation in internet governance processes, highlighting the next generation’s voice in shaping policy and practice.
Notable participants include the leadership of the education and technology sector, reflecting the event’s broad governance scope. The forum will bring together senior figures from academia, regulatory bodies, consumer associations, and technology companies to share experiences, data, and best practices.
On the first day, the forum will host sessions on the future of digital technologies and on accountability amid online insecurity, addressing how societies can strengthen information security while preserving openness and innovation. The day will close with discussions centered on cyber security challenges and resilience strategies in a connected world.
The second day will begin with an Internet Merit Award ceremony, recognizing outstanding contributions to the field and highlighting innovative approaches to digital policy and practice. The subsequent program will examine the evolving relationship between virtual and real environments, as well as workforce and talent issues within the digital economy, including the adoption of cutting-edge technologies in medicine.
Key voices will contribute to the dialogue, including advocates for children’s rights in digital spaces, the youth ombudsman for digital concerns, and leaders from major media and technology platforms. The forum will culminate in a dedicated session titled Digital Transformation: Voice of Youth, offering a platform for younger perspectives on digital change and policy implications.
Strategic media partners supporting the forum include major information and news organizations, digital media outlets, and established information centers. Their participation underscores the event’s aim to disseminate authoritative insights, foster informed debate, and catalyze collaboration across sectors on digital policy, safety, innovation, and inclusive growth.