The initiative is a as part of the national strategy to boost the levels of technology and dissemination of the telecom and information services in the country.
“The work is well under way to develop the third National Telecommunications Plan for the Kingdom of Bahrain’s telecommunications industry,” the Minister of Cabinet Affairs Kamal Bin Ahmed, said.
The plan, which is developed every three years, sets out the Government’s policy and strategic direction for the telecommunications sector, which has a direct impact on the uptake of technology and the propagation of advanced information and communications services throughout the Kingdom.
“The new plan is going to be forward-looking and is intended to put Bahrain at the forefront of information and communications technology development so that the relevant sectors continue to contribute to the Bahrain economy and society in a way that enables Bahrain’s competitive position in the region to be maintained and enhanced,” said Kamal Bin Ahmed.
“Policy and strategy development for the upcoming plan will be evidence-based, and developed using the most recent market information and trends, which requires strong coordination with key stakeholders,” Dr. Mohammed Ahmed Al Amer Chairman of TRA, said, while commenting on the project.
“The new plan will be shaped in line with Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030 and the accompanying National Economic Strategy, which further emphasizes the importance of a coordinated approach in developing the plan,” he added.
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has already signed an agreement with Intercai Mondiale on behalf of the Minister in order to assist with the development of the new plan.
Since its establishment in 2002 the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of the Kingdom of Bahrain (TRA) has been working with government, consumers, operators and investors to develop the Kingdom of Bahrain into the region’s most modern communications hub and to facilitate the growth of the market. As an exemplary Regulator for the region, TRA independently carries out its duties in a transparent and non-discriminatory manner.