Lebanon’s Digital and AI Transformation A Strategic Roadmap
This strategic roadmap outlines Lebanon's digital and AI transformation plan through 2030, led by the Ministry of State for Technology and AI (MITAI). It details four key strategic tracks: establishing foundational governance, developing advanced digital and AI infrastructure, harnessing tech talent, and empowering the ecosystem to scale investment. The document sets ambitious national targets including operating an AI-first government with over 80 percent of services digitized, attracting $500 million in AI investments, and raising labor productivity.
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Who issued it
Who it governs
Government officials, policymakers, investors, tech startups, and public sector agencies looking to understand or participate in Lebanon's national digital and AI transformation.
What the document contains
The document addresses national digital and AI transformation strategies, government digitization, institutional restructuring including independent authorities for digital governance and cybersecurity, legal and regulatory frameworks such as data protection and e-signature laws, talent development, and venture investment mechanisms.
Detailed technical algorithms, binding international treaties, and specific liability frameworks for AI-generated harms are not included.
- The roadmap establishes four key tracks: foundational governance, digital infrastructure, talent empowerment, and investment scaling.
- By 2030, Lebanon targets an AI-first government with at least 80 percent of public services digitized and migrated to the cloud.
- The strategy aims to attract at least $500 million in AI investments and position Lebanon as a regional innovation hub.
- Flagship initiatives include rolling out a National Digital Infrastructure (NDI), establishing a Cybersecurity Institute, and creating the Lebanon Angel Investor Network (LAIN).
- The plan targets a 15 percent increase in labor productivity and a 10 percent increase in Total Factor Productivity by 2030 through sectoral AI adoption.
· Lebanon’s Vision and MITAI’s Mission · Priorities, Foundational Initiatives, and Quick Wins · LEAP Strategy and Four Key Tracks · MITAI’s Collaborative Approach and Suggested Sector Governance · Lebanon’s Leapfrog Opportunity · MITAI’s Plan
How it scores
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Accountability
3/5Clear responsibility for AI outcomes
Regular coordination will ensure that policies are executed effectively, with clear roles and accountability across all relevant entities
11
screening score · 2026-10-23
Fairness
1/5Non-discrimination and equitable treatment
Enforce service transparency, digital rights, and fair access rules
13
screening score · 2026-10-23
Human Dignity
1/5Respect for the inherent worth of persons
Fostering innovation, modernizing education, attracting talent, and boosting entrepreneurship through strategic partnerships
17
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Human Oversight
0/5Humans remain in control of consequential decisions
screening score · 2026-10-23
Privacy
4/5Protection of personal data and private life
Ensure laws and regulation allow for data protection, privacy and cybersecurity
16
screening score · 2026-10-23
Transparency
3/5Openness about how AI systems work and are used
Enforce service transparency, digital rights, and fair access rules
13
screening score · 2026-10-23
Enforcement
3/5Consequences and compliance mechanisms with real force
Mandate TRA to regulate cybersecurity, data flows, breach response, and infrastructure resilience
13
screening score · 2026-10-23
Impact Assessment
3/5Required assessment of an AI system's risks/impacts before or during use
Drafted Cybersecurity Readiness Framework and National AI Framework Fixed lawful-access workflow; issued cybersecurity guidance templates
21
screening score · 2026-10-23