Bahrain’s Taqyeem Committee reviewed the results of its 5th evaluation round, which assessed 64 service centres and 13 virtual service centres across 21 government entities. The meeting highlighted efforts in adopting digital transformation, innovation, and customer satisfaction, emphasizing the importance of collaboration to improve government service delivery.
Tamkeen has partnered with Pluralsight to offer virtual tech training for 1,000 Bahrainis, providing access to over 7,000 online courses. The initiative focuses on enhancing ICT skills and competitiveness in the labor market. Participants will also receive personalized learning paths and skill assessments to support their career development.
ICANN and Bahrain’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced the 2025 Middle East DNS Forum, which will take place in Bahrain from April 20-30, 2025. The hybrid event will foster collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and discussions on DNS technologies, attracting global stakeholders to contribute to a secure and inclusive digital future.
Bahrain and Algeria’s parliamentary delegations met at IGF 2024 in Riyadh to discuss AI governance and international cooperation. They proposed the creation of an Arab framework for regulating AI and emphasized the need for training programs to address digital transformation challenges, including cybercrime and AI awareness among legislators.
Bahrain has launched the “Global Digital Twinning for eGovernment Excellence” initiative to share its digital governance expertise with partner countries. The programme highlights Bahrain’s leadership in digital transformation, with innovations such as integrated government services and advanced digital platforms. This initiative aims to enhance global digital collaboration and governance.
HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa met Crypto.com president Eric Anziani to discuss Bahrain’s commitment to advancing financial services and digital technology. During the meeting, they explored Bahrain’s role in fostering investment in fintech and received a new Mastercard prototype from Crypto.com, marking a milestone for the region.
Bahrain’s National Days and the 25th anniversary of King Hamad’s Accession to the Throne were celebrated with a focus on unity and national progress. Dr. Shaikh Abdullah bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications, reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to advancing infrastructure and supporting Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030.
Bahrain has launched the “Global Digital Twinning for eGovernment Excellence” initiative, part of its collaboration with the United Nations. The program aims to share Bahrain’s digital governance expertise to help partner countries improve their digital services. The iGA highlighted Bahrain’s digital transformation and successful implementation of advanced technologies.
stc Bahrain has launched its Women’s Empowerment Committee in celebration of Bahraini Women’s Day. The committee aims to tackle gender equality challenges, support women at all levels, raise awareness about unconscious bias, and provide resources for women’s professional growth, reaffirming the company’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
This strategic move supports Bahrain’s Fifth National Telecommunications Plan (NTP5) to consolidate fixed telecommunications infrastructure under BNET.
