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LEAP


Added by:   National contact point
Added on:   20 Aug 2025
Updated by:   OECD analyst
Updated on:   16 Sep 2025

LEAP, organized annually in Riyadh, is one of the worlds largest tech events, bringing together global leaders to showcase innovation and address challenges, with SDAIA powering the AI-focused DeepFest.

Name in original language

مؤتمر LEAP22 التقني الدولي

Initiative overview

The initiative's objectives include: 

  1. Showcasing cutting-edge technology and innovations to drive global collaboration and investment. 
  2. Promoting ethical AI governance and transformative AI applications through DeepFest sessions. 
  3. Strengthening Saudi Arabia's position as a global hub for technology and innovation.

Name of responsible organisation (in English)

Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT)

Other relevant details

Relevant AI Principles addressed: Building human capacity and preparing for labour market transition | Fostering a digital ecosystem for AI | Inclusive growth, sustainable development and well-being | International co-operation for trustworthy AI.

About the policy initiative


Organisation:

  • Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT)

Category:

  • National – AI policy initiatives, regulations, guidelines, standards and programmes or projects

Initiative type:

  • Major events

Participating organisations:


Participating countries:


Status:

  • Active

Start Year:

  • 2022

Binding:

  • Non-binding