Internet governance forum set for Riyadh in December

Saudi Arabia will host the 19th session of the Internet Governance Forum at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center in Riyadh from Dec. 15 to 19, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday.

The annual event, organized by the UN, focuses on addressing policy issues related to internet governance.

Discussions will focus on how governments, the private sector, and nonprofit organizations can collaborate to face future challenges.

The Kingdom has been enhancing its capabilities in communications, information technology and digital governance as part of Saudi Vision 2030.

Last year’s edition of the IGF was held in Kyoto, Japan.