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Tech diplomacy: cities drive a new era of digital policy and innovation

Tech diplomacy: cities drive a new era of digital policy and innovation

France recently appointed a tech ambassador to the Silicon Valley. French President Emmanuel Macron named David Martinon as “ambassador for digital affairs”, with jurisdiction over the digital issues that the foreign affairs ministry deals with. This includes digital governance, international negotiations and support for digital companies’ export operations. The appointment is part of France’s international digital […] … learn more→