Manama:Lieutenant General Tariq Hassan Al Hassan, the Chief of Police, chaired the 10th meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Ministerial Committee for Digital Government. Assigned by General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Ministerial Committee for Information and Communication Technology, the meeting focused on strengthening GCC cooperation in digital government.
According to Bahrain News Agency, participants emphasized the importance of integrating government systems and services, sharing successful experiences, and advancing digital transformation. The discussion highlighted the use of artificial intelligence to enhance services, strengthen cybersecurity, ensure continuity, and improve service quality for citizens and residents.
The Chief of Police underscored the need for proactive government services that anticipate needs, rather than merely responding to requests. He noted that digital transformation is crucial for building a competitive economy and improving quality of life. The meeting also addressed recent regional developments, such as Iranian aggression targeting data centers, stressing the importance of digital infrastructure security as part of the overall security system.
Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary General of the GCC, expressed gratitude for Bahrain's support in hosting the seventh GCC Digital Government Award. He highlighted the GCC's progress in digital transformation, noting improvements in the World Bank's GovTech Maturity Index and digital government service delivery scores.
The committee discussed several agenda items, including the formation of a Digital Government Award Committee and the adoption of the GCC Artificial Intelligence Strategy. It also explored digital cooperation with international partners and emphasized continued coordination to enhance digital government and integration among member states.