Bahrain’s Crown Prince has issued Edict (102) of 2023, which approves the Sixth National Telecommunications Plan. The plan, set for a three-year term, aims to advance the Kingdom’s telecommunications framework, ensuring progressive development in line with modern technologies and services.
Somalia’s Ministry of Communication has inked a deal with the ITU to expand digital connectivity, enhance ICT, and modernize technology infrastructure, aligning with global digital advancements.
Internet use in Tanzania soars by 45% due to more Kiswahili content, despite new regulations on VPN usage stirring public debate.
Saudi Arabia has climbed to the top of the ITU’s Digital Regulatory Maturity Index, outstripping other G20 countries, in alignment with its Vision 2030 goals. This places the Kingdom at the forefront of digital governance, reflecting its investment in regulatory innovation and advanced digital infrastructure.
The Communications, Space, and Technology Commission (CST) in Saudi Arabia has introduced comprehensive regulations for digital content platforms to foster growth and transparency in the sector. These regulations are part of the IGNITE program and aim to create a conducive environment for the market, attract investments, and ensure user protection. The CST expects a significant expansion in the digital content platform market, with a projected 20% CAGR by 2030. Service providers are urged to comply with the regulations by the effective date of October 8, 2024, as Saudi Arabia seeks to position itself as a digital content hub and drive innovation in the sector.
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have joined forces to bolster their collaboration in the fields of Information Technology (IT) and Telecommunication. The agreement reflects their commitment to advancing technological cooperation and fostering stronger ties between the two nations.
Saudi Arabia and Bahrain discussed enhancing collaboration in developing methodologies for vital indicators during the 9th International Conference for Statistical Data and Metadata Exchange. Top officials from both nations met to strengthen economic growth and bilateral ties. The event, organized by Bahrain, gathered international data experts to share insights and updates. Discussions centered on strategies to bolster sector collaboration. Co-organized with support from ESCWA and Banca d’Italia, the conference aimed to empower data communities through SDMX tools and technologies. It marked the first in-person gathering since 2019.
Saudi Arabia’s National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) signed significant cybersecurity agreements with Qatar, Romania, Spain, and Kuwait during the 2023 Global Cybersecurity Forum (GCF) in Riyadh. The event, themed “Charting Shared Priorities in Cyberspace,” facilitated discussions on strategic cybersecurity directions and global challenges, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation in addressing cyber threats and securing the digital landscape.
