Tech Diplomacy Expert Councils

Introduction to the Tech Diplomacy Expert Councils

The Tech Diplomacy Expert Councils are central to the mission of the Tech Diplomacy Forum, bringing together a select community of global leaders, policymakers, academic experts, and industry practitioners to help shape the future of digital governance and international technology policy.

Each council focuses on a distinct area of strategic importance, facilitating multidisciplinary dialogue on the most critical opportunities and risks facing the global digital landscape.

Council membership is by invitation only, ensuring a balanced, high-level composition of expertise across sectors and regions. Meetings are held under the Chatham House Rule to foster open and constructive exchange, enabling participants to explore emerging challenges and advance practical, consensus-driven outcomes.

Through policy insight, collective expertise, and forward-looking collaboration, the Expert Councils contribute to setting the international agenda for secure, inclusive, and sustainable digital transformation.

Six Core Areas of Focus

AI Governance
& Sovereignty

Promotes responsible AI development and ethical oversight, emphasizing autonomy over AI infrastructure, data, and capabilities.

Data Governance,
Privacy & Digital Rights

Sets policies for cross-border data, privacy, and user rights, ensuring protection, transparency, and ethical use of digital information.

Cybersecurity
& Cryptography

Focuses on defending digital infrastructure, advancing cryptographic standards, and countering cyber threats—including AI-driven risks.

Digital Infrastructure
& Connectivity

Oversees deployment, security, and resilience of essential networks—5G/6G, undersea cables, satellite—and global technical standards.

Financial Technology
& Digital Finance

Drives innovation in finance through blockchain, CBDCs, and digital payments, addressing regulation, inclusion, and financial security.

Quantum Computing
& Advanced Technologies

Focuses on the governance, standards, and security implications of quantum technologies, including computing, communications, and encryption.