Carrier Community (CC) is pleased to announce the upcoming digital edition of the CC-Webinar.Live Executive Roundtable Panel Discussion, sponsored by OEID, taking place on 25 June 2026. This exclusive virtual session forms part of the prestigious AFRICA 2026 GCCM – Cabo Verde, bringing together senior executives, policymakers, regulators, subsea cable operators, technology leaders, investors, data center operators, cloud providers, carriers, digital innovators, and key decision-makers from across the global telecommunications and digital infrastructure ecosystem.
The executive roundtable will focus on the timely and strategic theme:
“Digital Powerhouse: Building a Unified AI and Data Governance Framework Across Portuguese-Speaking Nations – Interoperability, Regulation, and Cross-Border Digital Ecosystems”
As artificial intelligence, cloud technologies, and data-driven economies continue to reshape global markets, the need for harmonized digital governance and cross-border collaboration has become increasingly critical. Portuguese-speaking nations are uniquely positioned to strengthen digital cooperation, accelerate innovation, and create interconnected digital ecosystems capable of supporting sustainable economic growth, technological advancement, and inclusive digital transformation.
This high-level discussion will explore how Portuguese-speaking countries can collaborate to establish a unified framework for AI governance, data protection, interoperability standards, and digital regulation. Industry leaders and policymakers will examine the opportunities and challenges associated with aligning regulatory approaches, enabling trusted data exchange, fostering innovation, and supporting secure cross-border digital services across multiple jurisdictions.
Participants can expect expert insights into the development of interoperable digital infrastructure, sovereign cloud strategies, AI ethics frameworks, cybersecurity resilience, digital identity systems, and trusted data-sharing models that promote transparency, compliance, and regional cooperation. The session will also address how harmonized governance policies can accelerate investment, improve digital inclusion, facilitate international connectivity, and support emerging technologies such as smart cities, fintech, e-government platforms, and AI-powered public services.
The roundtable will further examine the strategic role of subsea cables, data centers, internet exchanges, and cloud ecosystems in enabling stronger digital integration among Portuguese-speaking nations across Africa, Europe, and Latin America. Discussions will highlight how collaborative frameworks can help create more resilient, scalable, and secure digital ecosystems while supporting innovation, knowledge exchange, and long-term economic competitiveness.
In addition, panelists will address evolving regulatory considerations related to data sovereignty, privacy, AI accountability, compliance standards, digital trade, and cross-border cybersecurity cooperation. The session will provide valuable perspectives on balancing innovation with responsible governance while ensuring operational resilience and public trust in increasingly interconnected digital environments.
This interactive forum will offer a valuable platform for strategic dialogue, knowledge exchange, and partnership development, supporting the advancement of unified, secure, and sustainable digital transformation initiatives across Portuguese-speaking nations and beyond.
For further information or to register your interest, please contact the Carrier Community team at: [email protected]
