Bahrain Showcases Pioneering Digital Transformation to Omani Delegation

The Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA) welcomed an official delegation from Oman's Foreign Ministry, led by Eng. Khalid bin Ghulam Al Zadjali, Head of the Digital Transformation Office. The visit aimed to explore Bahrain's forward-thinking digital transformation journey and foster GCC-wide knowledge exchange.
Mr. Ali Abdulaziz Janahi, Deputy Chief Executive of Electronic Transformation at the iGA, received the delegation and highlighted the significance of such visits in reinforcing the historic and strategic ties between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Sultanate of Oman. He lauded Oman's own strides in the digital space and emphasized the mutual benefits of sharing experiences and successful strategies.
'Bahrain's digital transformation is built on innovation, integration, and inclusivity,' Mr. Janahi noted, pointing to the Kingdom's efforts to develop a sustainable and citizen-centric digital ecosystem.

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