{
  "id": 15477491,
  "title": "Qatar participates in 30th GCC Ministerial Committee Meeting on Post and Telecommunications",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/17/qatar-participates-in-30th-gcc-ministerial-committee-meeting-on-post",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-17T21:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf Times",
    "slug": "gulf-times",
    "url": "https://www.gulf-times.com/article/736095/qatar/qatar-participates-in-30th-gcc-ministerial-committee-meeting-on-post-and-telecommunications"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The State of Qatar, through its Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, took part in the 30th GCC Ministerial Committee Meeting for Post and Telecommunications, which took place in Bahrain. The delegation was headed by His Excellency Mohammed bin Ali al-Mannai, the Minister of Communications and Information Technology, alongside ministers from all GCC member states responsible for postal and telecommunications services. During the meeting, the group examined and endorsed the items and suggestions submitted by the 32nd GCC Committee of Undersecretaries of Post and Telecommunications Ministries held on September 27, 2026. These discussions encompassed topics such as telecommunications legislation, regulation, internet applications and services, roaming, space-related matters, and postal services. The Committee also reviewed the progress made on the telecommunications sector action plan, sector performance indicators, and recent developments in international cooperation in relevant fields. During his opening remarks, the Minister of Communications and Information Technology of Qatar, Mohammed bin Ali al-Mannai, underscored the significance of ongoing coordination and cooperation among GCC member states in the postal and telecommunications sectors. He pointed out the importance of addressing new challenges posed by rapid technological advancements, including the need for updated regulatory frameworks, infrastructure, and service delivery. The Minister also stressed the value of sharing regional expertise and collaborating on joint initiatives to enhance GCC integration and improve the quality of services for users. During the ministerial gathering, the Minister of Communications and Information Technology of Qatar had a private meeting with his counterpart from Saudi Arabia, Engineer Abdullah Alswaha. This bilateral discussion reflected the ongoing efforts to strengthen cooperation between the two nations, broaden communication and information technology collaboration, and pursue common interests in the sector. Qatar's involvement in the meeting demonstrated its dedication to reinforcing GCC cooperation in the postal and telecommunications sectors, sharing knowledge and best practices, and synchronizing regional stances in regional and international platforms. These endeavors aim to facilitate the ongoing advancement of both sectors and advance the common goals of all GCC member states.",
  "summary": "The State of Qatar, represented by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), participated in the 30th Meeting of the GCC Ministerial Committee for Post and Telecommunications, ...",
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      {
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/qatar-participates-in-52nd-session-of-oic-council-of-foreign-ministers-15383297",
        "published": "2026-10-18T08:53:16.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Gulf Times",
        "title": "Qatar participates in 52nd session of OIC Council of Foreign Ministers",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/qatar-participates-in-52nd-session-of-oic-council-of-foreign-ministers",
        "published": "2026-10-18T09:13:00.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}