Microsoft is named a Leader in The Forrester Wave™ for Sovereign Cloud Platforms, recognizing Microsoft Sovereign Cloud leadership in evolving sovereignty needs. Digital sovereignty is no longer a niche requirement. For organizations operating across borders, regulated industries, and complex supply chains, sovereignty is now table stakes for cloud strategy. That’s why we’re pleased that Microsoft has been named a Leader in The Forrester Wave TM : Sovereign Cloud Platforms, Q2 2026 – an evaluation that assessed the most significant sovereign cloud providers based on current offerings, strategy, and customer feedback. We believe this recognition reflects Microsoft’s long-term commitment to helping organizations adopt cloud and AI without compromising on control, compliance, operational independence, or innovation. Why this recognition matters Forrester’s research highlights a key reality of sovereign clouds: there is no single deployment model that fits every sovereignty requirement.…