Arab world information access disparities

The article highlights the development of the right to access information in the Arab world, where experiences vary from country to country regarding the organization and guarantee of this right, which is one of the fundamental principles of transparency and accountability. Morocco's experience stands out as a pioneering model with its 2011 Constitution and subsequent amendments, along with Tunisia, which possesses the most advanced laws and independent institutions, despite a recent setback with the dissolution of the Access to Information Authority in 2025. Jordan has made notable progress through the 2007 law and its amendment in 2024, along with improved international rankings for open data. Lebanon, despite its previous cooperation on the legal framework, suffers from political unrest and a lack of independent institutions, placing it at a lower position compared to its counterparts. Meanwhile, Egypt remains significantly behind, due to the absence of clear institutional legislation, despite its constitutional and intellectual expertise. Overall, the article clarifies that activating the right to information requires independent institutional laws, and Arab experiences fluctuate between progress and regression, with ongoing efforts aimed at improving rankings and advancing the principles of transparency.

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