🎉 The 13th International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) has just kicked off at the Expo Centre Sharjah in the UAE, and it's buzzing with excitement! 🌍 Experts, scholars, and professionals from all corners of the globe have gathered to dive into the latest trends rocking the communication sector.
Under the theme \"Agile Governments, Innovative Communication\", the forum is all about the hot topics shaping our world today. And guess what's topping the charts? Yep, you guessed it—Artificial Intelligence! 🤖
The discussions are lighting up on how AI is transforming media and public communication in this digital age. But it's not all smooth sailing. As AI tech races ahead, some speakers pointed out that when it comes to localizing AI applications, especially in languages like Arabic, there's still a long road ahead filled with both challenges and opportunities. 🌐
\"The situation with the Arabic language is quite unique because Arabic has over 12 million words, unlike English or French,\" Mohamed Abdul Zaher, CEO of the Artificial Intelligence Journalism for Research and Forecasting, told us. \"Many applications work in Arabic, but for us in journalism and academia, we still need more enhancements.\" ✍️
But it's not just about tech talk. The IGCF is also a mega platform for building bridges across various fields. 🌉 Mohamed Al Musharrakh, CEO of the Sharjah Foreign Direct Investment Office, shared some exciting news: the UAE has recently joined the BRICS group of nations! 🇦🇪🤝🌏
\"There are a lot of projects coming up, especially in the industrial sector, not just cultural,\" he said. \"Talking about Sharjah, we currently have around 700 Chinese companies. With the UAE being part of BRICS, we're aiming to increase this number by at least 15 percent in 2024.\" 📈
This year's IGCF is massive! 🚀 Over 250 speakers and experts are taking the stage across 18 venues. With more than 160 activities—including panel discussions, keynote speeches, and 40 hands-on workshops—there's something for everyone. And guess what? It's all about empowering youth, fostering innovation, and shaping the future of communication. 🌟
So, if you're into cutting-edge communication trends, or just want to see how AI is shaping our world, the IGCF is definitely the place to be! 🌠
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AI application the hot topic as communication forum kicks off in UAE
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