The Digital Cooperation Organization Welcomes Qatar as a New Member State to Advance the Global Digital Economy
Riyadh, September 26, 2023 – The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) announced that the State of Qatar, a nation at the forefront of digital innovation and transformation, has joined as a new Member State in the organization. Qatar is the 14th Member State of the DCO, whose members represent a combined population of over half a billion people, further strengthening the organization’s capacity to accelerate global digital economies. This trusted relationship promises to bolster both Qatar and DCO’s initiatives, driving progress toward a more connected, equitable, and digitally advanced world.
Qatar has made impressive strides in its digital landscape over the past few years. It has become a global leader in multiple areas, including the development of smart city solutions, fostering start-up companies specializing in AI in healthcare, Fintech, and logistics, and the utilization of digital solutions to advance a sustainable future and support its economic and social development. Qatar is also a leader in digital transformation, a heavy investor in digital infrastructure, and it is home to some of the world’s fastest and most reliable internet networks.
HE Mr. Mohammed bin Ali Al Mannai, Qatar’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology noted, “Our association with the DCO reflects Qatar’s digital aspirations and our resolve to promote worldwide digital advancement. We aim to integrate Qatar’s digital strides with the collective expertise of the DCO members.”
His Excellency added that the State of Qatar’s accession to DCO is part of the country’s strategy to enhance Qatar’s role as a major player internationally in technology and digital innovation, seeking to strengthen the joint exchange of expertise, as well as empowering the youth and entrepreneurs to venture into the digital realm both on regional and international levels.
This association amplifies the DCO’s collective capabilities, endorsing deeper collaboration in digital knowledge, tech breakthroughs, and innovative business solutions. It positions Qatar for accelerated digital economic development, offering an avenue to vast IT and communication sectors via the DCO’s extensive network of Member States and partners.
“Qatar is among the leading global players harnessing digital innovation to drive sustainable social and economic progress. Their decision to join the Digital Cooperation Organization reflects recognition and support of a shared vision, that cooperation accelerates growth. Qatar’s membership promises to catalyze DCO’s role as a trusted facilitator in multistakeholder, global digital cooperation. We eagerly look forward to collaborating closely with Qatar, sharing knowledge and best practices to implement scalable, forward-looking, and transformative digital solutions that will narrow the digital divide. Together, we are poised to lead the way towards sustainable and inclusive digital prosperity for all,” stated Deemah AlYahya, the Secretary-General of the DCO.
The DCO works closely with government leaders to exchange expertise and foster optimal infrastructure, policies, and legislation to catalyze the rapid development of inclusive and equitable digital economies. The DCO is committed to working with all its Member States to promote digital cooperation and create a more inclusive and prosperous digital world and enable digital prosperity for all.
