Turkmenistan shows significant leap in growth of nation's smart city

The Mejlis (Parliament) of Turkmenistan has given the green light to a resolution that will see 65 hectares of land make the leap from Ashgabat to the administrative territory of Arkadag city, Trend reports.
This strategic initiative is designed to catalyze the urban economic ecosystem, optimize governance frameworks, and augment the city’s infrastructural capacity. This aligns with the statutory framework established by the legislative provisions governing the administrative-territorial delineation within the jurisdiction of Turkmenistan.
Malaysia upskills civil servants in AI tools

The initiative aims to enable civil servants to better generate content, summarise information, analyse data, and enhance meetings with AI-generated notes.
Malaysia’s Digital Ministry has organised a training programme for 200 civil servants, aiming to enhance their skills in using generative AI tools as part of the government’s push for digital transformation.
OM: Digital transformation for sustainable development

Digital transformations and modern technological developments are essential pillars for achieving sustainable development
With the continued implementation of sectoral strategies and national transformation programmes aimed at accelerating the goals of the Oman Vision 2040, the Sultanate of Oman has made significant improvements in its position in various international indicators related to innovation and digital transformation in recent times.
Liberia says national ID system drives digital economy, facilitates service delivery

The Director of Media Relations at Liberia’s National Identification Registry (NIR) says the national ID system in central to the country’s digital economy efforts and partnerships have been an important factor in driving adoption of the card.
Daniel Sloh Sargbe was speaking during a press briefing this week in Monrovia in which he gave updates about the NIR’s work and its ambitions for the near future, Front Page Africa reports.
India: AI, 5G Expansion and 6G Lead Digital Transformation

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) in India is leading several transformative initiatives aimed at advancing the country’s digital infrastructure. Through innovative technologies like AI-driven Digital Twins, 6G spectrum development and the expansive rollout of 5G services, India is positioning itself as a global leader in digital transformation.
AI-driven Digital Twins represent one of the most promising advancements in infrastructure planning and design. Traditional methods often rely on siloed, static data, leading to inefficiencies and missed opportunities.