Saudi has made a historic leap in global digital rankings, securing 4th place worldwide in the United Nations E-Government Development Index 2024 (EGDI)

The Kingdom’s rapid advancement—jumping 25 spots—solidifies its position as a leader in digital government services. Meanwhile, Riyadh ranked 3rd globally among 193 cities, reflecting the capital’s impressive digital transformation.

This milestone is part of Saudi Vision 2030’s commitment to technological advancement, spearheaded by the Digital Government Authority (DGA) and supported by the leadership of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

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Minister of Communications and Information Technology Eng. Abdullah Al-Swaha credited this achievement to the Kingdom’s strategic investments and commitment to innovation.

Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation is driven by key initiatives, including cutting-edge government services, AI-driven solutions, and digital infrastructure enhancements

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The country has also climbed 53 ranks in the Telecommunications Infrastructure Index (TII) and 31 ranks in the Human Capital Index (HCI).

With 100% digital regulation maturity and full availability of open government data, Saudi Arabia is setting a global benchmark for digital governance

As the Kingdom continues to push boundaries in technology and innovation, its position as a regional and global digital powerhouse is stronger than ever!