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From Policy to Practice: Implementing AI Governance and Cybersecurity Frameworks in Emerging Digital States

Ministry of Technology&AI Lebanon

Session 401

Thursday, 9 July 2026 ∼ 14:00–14:45 (UTC+02:00) Physical (on-site) and Virtual (remote) participation Room G, Palexpo Interactive Session 1 Document
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Physical (on-site) and Virtual (remote) participation

The Case of Lebanon

s artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes economies, governments, and societies, countries are facing growing pressure not only to develop national AI strategies, but to operationalize them in ways that are secure, practical, and trusted. This talk explores the realities of moving from high-level policy discussions to real-world implementation in emerging digital states.

Drawing from Lebanon’s experience establishing its first-ever Ministry of Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence, the session will discuss the opportunities and challenges of building national AI governance and cybersecurity frameworks amid financial, institutional, and infrastructure constraints. It will highlight ongoing efforts to strengthen cyber readiness, develop responsible AI governance foundations, advance digital transformation across public institutions, and build trust in emerging technologies.

The talk will also examine how countries navigating crisis and resource limitations can still build meaningful digital capabilities through governance, talent development, public-private collaboration, and resilient infrastructure. Ultimately, the session aims to share practical lessons on how emerging states can translate AI ambition into actionable, secure, and sustainable national capacity.
 
 
 

Panellists
Ms. Tiffany Saade
Ms. Tiffany Saade Advisor on AI Governance and Cybersecurity - MITAI United States

Tiffany Saadé is an AI security and cyber policy expert working at the intersection of advanced AI systems, adversarial threat intelligence, and national-level governance. She is a Product Manager for AI Defense at Cisco, where she helps lead the development of AI Validation, as well as Cisco’s Integrated AI Security and Safety Taxonomy. She is also a Research Associate at the Oxford Cyber and Tech Policy Programme, an Adjunct Advisor for AI Policy and Cybersecurity at the Institute for Security and Technology where her work shapes global thinking on securing AI systems and integrating AI into cyber defense. Tiffany advises the Government of Lebanon nationwide on AI policy and cybersecurity, leads contributions to the country’s first national AI framework, and holds a Master’s in Cyber Policy & Security from Stanford with a specialization in AI governance and national security. She is one of the youngest people in the Middle East to help design and operationalize a national AI and cybersecurity governance system. Tiffany has briefed senior officials in various organizations, including but not limited to NATO, the UK DSIT, the US Air Force, the Lebanese Armed Forces, the White House, the United Nations.

Topics
Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity Digital Divide Digital Inclusion Digital Skills Digital Transformation Emerging Technologies
WSIS Action Lines
  • AL C1 logo C1. The role of governments and all stakeholders in the promotion of ICTs for development
  • AL C4 logo C4. Capacity building
  • AL C5 logo C5. Building confidence and security in use of ICTs
  • AL C7 E–GOV logo C7. ICT applications: benefits in all aspects of life — E-government
  • AL C10 logo C10. Ethical dimensions of the Information Society
  • AL C11 logo C11. International and regional cooperation

C1 – The Role of Governments and All Stakeholders in the Promotion of ICTs for Development:
The session examines how governments can establish practical governance structures, national AI strategies, and cross-sector coordination mechanisms to support responsible digital transformation.
C2 – Information and Communication Infrastructure:
Discussions on cyber readiness, resilient digital infrastructure, cloud policy, and secure technological foundations directly support efforts to strengthen national digital infrastructure and resilience.
C4 – Capacity Building:
The session highlights the importance of developing local talent, strengthening institutional capacity, and building national expertise in AI governance, cybersecurity, and digital policy.
C5 – Building Confidence and Security in the Use of ICTs:
A central focus of the discussion is cybersecurity readiness, trusted digital ecosystems, AI security, and the implementation of governance mechanisms that strengthen confidence in emerging technologies.
C7 – ICT Applications: E-Government:
The session explores how AI and digital transformation can support more effective public-sector modernization, service delivery, and data-driven governance.
C10 – Ethical Dimensions of the Information Society:
The discussion addresses responsible AI governance, AI ethics, accountability, and the societal implications of deploying AI systems in emerging digital states.
C11 – International and Regional Cooperation:
The session emphasizes the importance of international collaboration, public-private partnerships, and knowledge-sharing to help emerging states build resilient and inclusive digital futures.
 
 
 

Sustainable Development Goals
  • Goal 9 logo Goal 9: Build resilient infrastructure, promote sustainable industrialization and foster innovation
  • Goal 16 logo Goal 16: Promote just, peaceful and inclusive societies
GDC Objectives
  • Objective 1: Close all digital divides and accelerate progress across the Sustainable Development Goals
  • Objective 3: Foster an inclusive, open, safe and secure digital space that respects, protects and promotes human rights
  • Objective 4: Advance responsible, equitable and interoperable data governance approaches
  • Objective 5: Enhance international governance of artificial intelligence for the benefit of humanity
Documents
Wsis_Session_Submission_Document_Lebanon_Ai_Governance.pdf
Links

https://www.mitai.gov.lb/