Semnan Governor: Information technology is the foundation of smart governance and digital economy

On 22 Tir, designated as “Information Technology Day,” the governor of Semnan emphasized the importance of information technology in achieving smart governance and a digital economy. This day is observed in conjunction with the birthday of Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi, the distinguished Iranian scholar.

• The governor of Semnan described “information technology” as the foundation of smart governance and the digital economy.
• He made this point in his remarks on the occasion of 22 Tir, “Information Technology Day.”
• Developing digital infrastructure is one of the ways to achieve smart governance and a digital economy.
• Utilizing artificial intelligence is also important on this path.
• Supporting technology companies is another way to reach smart governance and a digital economy.
• 22 Tir is observed as “National Information Technology Day.”
• This day coincides with the birthday of Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi.
• Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi was a prominent Iranian mathematician, astronomer, and philosopher.
• “National Information Technology Day” is a reminder of the legacy of Iranian knowledge.. Coverage difference: IRNA focused on the governor of Semnan’s remarks and the role of information technology in smart governance and the digital economy. In contrast, Young Journalists Club emphasized the historical and cultural aspect of “National Information Technology Day,” linking it to the legacy of Iranian knowledge and the birthday of Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi.