New digital strategy launched to enhanceuser trust in electronic services

Published: 14 January 2025

Strategy will allow users to access electronic platforms without the need to create multiple digital identities

Qatar News Agency
Doha

The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) launched the National Digital Au-thentication and Trust Services Strategy 2024-2026.

This strategy supports Qatar’s digital transformation by introducing a comprehensive framework tai-lored to the needs of individuals and businesses, aligning with the Digital Agenda 2030, the Third Na-tional Development Strategy, and Qatar National Vision 2030.

In a press release, the MCIT said that it seeks through this strategy, to establish a legal, regulatory, and technical framework for an integrated digital system that enhances user trust in electronic services.

One of the key benefits of the strategy is the ability to create a personal digital identity, allowing users to access electronic service platforms without the need to create multiple digital identities across dif-ferent platforms. This not only enhances information security but also simplifies access to electronic services.

The press release said that at the heart of the strategy lies the concept of a unified digital identity, which establishes a unified, secure identity enabling users to access electronic services seamlessly.

The strategy enables individuals and businesses to access government and private sector digital ser-vices seamlessly, eliminating the need for multiple accounts.

Additionally, digital identity enhances data security and the confidentiality of personal information, fostering trust between users and service providers. This initiative is vital for achieving integration across various sectors and stimulating innovation in delivering advanced digital services that meet the community’s diverse needs.

The MCIT added that this strategy aims to achieve a range of national objectives designed to support Qatar’s comprehensive digital transformation.

Assistant Undersecretary for Digital Government Affairs at MCIT Mashael Ali Al Hammadi highlighted the importance of the strategy, emphasizing its role as a cornerstone for Qatar’s digital transformation journey.