International Digital Dialogues
The German Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport (BMDV) engages in Digital Dialogues with important partner countries. Its aim is to shape better conditions for the digital transformation of the economy and society.
As a multi-stakeholder initiative, the Digital Dialogues provide a platform for direct exchange between policy makers, regulators, businesses, academia and civil society. They address topics of the future, ranging from internet governance and data policy to the application of emerging technologies and support for innovative start-ups and SMEs in the digital economy.
The regular discussions at government level are prepared and accompanied by multi-stakeholder engagement. They provide an opportunity to share best practices and learn from each other. Current issues can be discussed directly with policy makers. The involvement of the stakeholders ensures that political approaches and solutions meet current needs.
Commissioned by BMDV, GIZ supports the International Digital Dialogues with a secretariat. It monitors current developments, implements cooperation activities and contributes to strategy building.
News
Brazil
Fifth Annual Meeting of the Brazilian-German Digital Dialogue held in Brasília
On 29 April 2025, civil society, private sector and academic stakeholders gathered with high-level government representatives at the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MCTI) in Brasilia for the Fifth Annual Brazil-Germany Digital Dialogue. Every year, during the meeting, both countries reiterate their dedication to deepen their cooperation on digital policy while exploring new avenues for collaboration and innovation.
Read more … Fifth Annual Meeting of the Brazilian-German Digital Dialogue held in Brasília
Kenya
Kenya and Germany Deepen Cooperation in IT Outsourcing and BPO Sectors
On 23 April 2025 the inaugural virtual meeting of the newly formed Kenyan-German working group on IT-Outsourcing (ITO) and Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) was held. This initiative, organized by the Kenyan-German Digital Dialogue, aims to foster cross-border collaboration in the rapidly growing digital services sector.
Read more … Kenya and Germany Deepen Cooperation in IT Outsourcing and BPO Sectors
India
Bilateral exchanges with India: Advancing digital cooperation in strategic areas
From 9-11 April, a German delegation headed by State Secretary Stefan Schnorr of the Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport visited New Delhi. The delegation engaged in high-level exchanges with the Government of India, advancing cooperation in key digital areas and addressing the future direction of the Indo-German Digital Dialogue.
Read more … Bilateral exchanges with India: Advancing digital cooperation in strategic areas
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The Digital Dialogues are a multi-stakeholder initiative. Governments and public authorities from Germany and the respective partner country meet with business associations, companies, civil society organisations and research institutes. The stakeholders can contribute directly to the government dialogues by bringing forward cooperation topics or addressing challenges they may face. A secretariat ensures that the most relevant questions and topics are addressed and solved. Whatever your enquiry, idea or proposal – get in touch!
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