Waze ban raises digital sovereignty issues

The decision by Iraq's Ministry of Communications to ban the navigation app "Waze" due to its Israeli origin sparked a debate about the country's ability to provide reliable local alternatives to protect location data and user activity. The ministry plans to implement the ban starting at the end of 2026, with alternatives such as Google Maps and Iraqi-based applications already available. Experts believe that creating a national navigation system requires an accurate geographic database, advanced technological infrastructure, and clear data governance policies to ensure digital sovereignty and avoid reliance on external applications that may collect sensitive information. The ministry stated that local apps would deliver sustainable performance without future technical issues, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive data management to safeguard sovereignty and national security.

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