HE Dr. Shaikh Abdullah bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications, met with Shaikh Abdullah bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, CEO of Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company (Mumtalakat) and Chairman of Beyon.

The meeting discussed strategic cooperation between the ministry and Beyon in developing digital infrastructure projects and means to enhance them in line with the Telecommunications, ICT, and Digital Economy Strategy (2022 - 2026), the Sixth National Telecommunications Plan, the Government Programme (2023-2026), and Bahrain Economic Vision 2030.  

Minister Shaikh Abdullah bin Ahmed highlighted the ministry’s commitment to enhancing public-private partnerships in developing the telecommunications and IT sector, modernising legislative, regulatory, and digital infrastructure, positioning Bahrain as a leading regional hub for digital transformation and technological innovation. He highlighted that these efforts contribute to further developing Bahrain’s competitiveness and supporting its investment and development goals.

On his part, Shaikh Abdullah bin Khalifa commended the ministry’s efforts in developing digital infrastructure. He also commended its commitment to advancing an investment friendly environment through public-private sector collaboration, supporting national development initiatives and plans.