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True digital sovereignty means keeping control over critical infrastructure and data. Through the National Cloud First Policy, the government encourages cloud adoption while safeguarding sensitive assets like healthcare records and defense data. This policy welcomes global tech giants to invest locally while working with domestic talent and adhering to national laws.
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