The State of Qatar took part in the 10th meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Ministerial Committee for Digital Government, held on Monday in Bahrain. The gathering brought together ministers and senior officials responsible for digital government from GCC member states to discuss regional cooperation on digital initiatives.
Qatar’s delegation was led by HE Mohammed bin Ali al-Mannai, Minister of Communications and Information Technology. The agenda focused on various aspects of digital government, including the advancement of joint projects, the development of digital services, and the exchange of expertise among member countries. Participants also explored ways to apply modern technologies to improve government efficiency and enhance service delivery to citizens and residents.
During the meeting, Minister al-Mannai emphasized the importance of ongoing coordination within the GCC to expand collaborative digital government efforts. He highlighted the value of sharing best practices and leveraging advanced national experiences to support greater digital integration across the Gulf region.
Qatar’s involvement reflects its continued commitment to promoting regional cooperation in digital transformation. This effort aligns with the objectives outlined in the country’s Digital Agenda 2030, which aims to develop integrated government services, simplify administrative processes, enhance user experience, and increase the adoption of innovative technologies.
The discussions in Bahrain underscore the GCC’s collective focus on harnessing technology to modernize public sector services and foster a more connected and efficient governmental framework across member states.