Lebanon Launches National Data Center Transformation Project
Key Takeaways
- 1Lebanon to convert a warehouse into a National Data Center.
- 2Focus on consolidating existing data centers for efficiency.
- 3Aims to enhance digital infrastructure and reduce foreign reliance.
Lebanon's government plans to transform a warehouse in Dekwaneh into a National Data Center. This initiative, discussed by Telecommunications Minister Charles Hajj and Touch CEO Karim Salim Salam, involves relocating existing Karantina and Sawwar data centers into one facility, promoting operational efficiency. The project aligns with the Ministry of Telecommunications' strategy to leverage state-owned properties and minimize the need for leasing facilities, thus boosting local assets. Recent benchmarking by the American University of Beirut aids in shaping this national endeavor by evaluating optimal data center models and projected costs.