The State of Qatar, represented by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), signed a cooperation agreement in the Digital Government field with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, represented by the Digital Government Authority (DGA), today. The agreement aims to strengthen collaboration between the two countries in government digital transformation, capacity building, and competency enhancement in digital governance, as well as research, development, and investment in cutting-edge technologies within the digital government sphere. Additionally, the agreement encompasses various other areas relating to digital government and the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector.

The cooperation agreement was signed by HE Mr. Mohammed bin Ali Al Mannai, Minister of Communications and Information Technology, and his counterpart, His Excellency Eng. Abdullah bin Amer Alsawaha, Minister of Communications and Information Technology of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on the sidelines of the "LEAP 2024" conference, which take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from March 4 to 7, 2024, under the theme “Into New Worlds”

HE Mr. Mohammed bin Ali Al Mannai stated, “Our strong fraternal relations with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia pave the way for extensive cooperation and development opportunities across various sectors between our countries. Today's agreement exemplifies our dedication to fostering innovation and technological advancement both locally and internationally.”

His Excellency added, “We anticipate a productive partnership with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia that fosters the exchange of experiences and best practices in delivering government services, digital transformation, infrastructure development, and innovation promotion.”

The cooperation agreement between Qatar and Saudi Arabia reflects a shared commitment to expanding strategic partnerships in the digital government and digital economy sectors. It comes aligned with the ongoing efforts of the Qatari-Saudi Coordination Council to strengthen the partnership between the two brotherly countries.

The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology's participation in the "LEAP 2024" conference underscores Qatar's active engagement in global technology platforms. The conference, held annually in Riyadh, convenes experts and specialists worldwide to discuss the latest technological advancements and their impact on society. It serves as a vital forum for exploring topics such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, smart cities, and the digital economy.