Efforts taken by the Kingdom of Bahrain to enhance digital transformation.
Digital transformation is a pillar of Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030, an ambitious national development plan focused on the principles of sustainability, competitiveness and fairness. Moreover, the Government’s Digital Government Strategy 2022 highlights the commitment to transforming its services through emerging technologies, helping to create a better life for citizens and residents.
The Kingdom has adopted a wide range of emerging technologies in furtherance of these important goals, establishing itself as a regional pioneer in the process. It has implemented several reforms to support technology-driven businesses and empower them to drive the economy, while the government steps into a regulatory role. As a result, the Kingdom has witnessed a surge in economic growth, job creation and human development, leading to a better life for citizens.
Bahrain was the first country in the Gulf to liberalise its telecom sector, helping to shift the economy in a new direction. Today, Bahrain’s well-established Information and Communications Technology (ICT) infrastructure is among the most recognised in the region.
The Kingdom was ranked 1st in the Arab region on the ICT Development Index (IDI) by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) report, and 4th globally in Telecommunication Infrastructure Index (TII) as per the United Nation eGovernment Development Index. Bahrain ranked 4th globally in ‘Internet users’ category with 99% penetration, as per the Global Competitiveness Report by World Economic Forum (WEF)
Today, the Kingdom continues its growth trajectory, deploying modern technologies and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to further develop government services. This has supported business continuity across the public sector, including the judicial sector, by helping to streamline procedures.
The adoption of modern technologies also enabled the education sector to continue seamlessly during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic by offering the remote, cloud-based educational gateway, EDUNET. Meanwhile, the BeAware Bahrain app, developed in-house by the Information & eGovernemnt Authority (iGA), is a national success story that was launched in record time and plays a central role in efforts to mitigate the spread of the virus.
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As we navigate through the digital age, Bahrain confirms its commitment to transparency and innovation through the Open Data initiative through Bahrain’s Open Data Portal. This platform is a testament to our dedication to making government data openly available, supporting the principles of accountability and enabling informed decision-making. By providing access to a treasure trove of data, we empower everyone to explore, analyze, and create solutions that drive social and economic progress. The initiative underscores our belief in the power of data to transform lives, foster a culture of knowledge-sharing, and stimulate growth.
We encourage you to leverage this valuable resource, sparking innovation and contributing to the Kingdom’s development. For an enriching journey into the world of Open Data, and to explore the possibilities, visit Bahrain’s Open Data Portal.
Together, let's embrace the opportunity to contribute to Bahrain's digital evolution and ensure that our journey towards national development is a shared endeavor.
As part of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s unwavering commitment to fostering digital participation, you are invited to explore the available participation topics. Your engagement and contributions are crucial in shaping the digital landscape of the Kingdom of Bahrain, reflecting our collective vision for a future built on the principles of innovation, inclusivity, and progress. Explore more on how you can actively participate in discussions, share your insights, and collaborate on initiatives that are at the heart of our nation's growth.
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Content Last Updated: 25 Jun, 2023
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