{
  "id": 3196794,
  "title": "Qatar achieves one of world’s highest scores in ITU ICT Development Index 2026",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/qatar-achieves-one-of-worlds-highest-scores-in-itu-ict-development",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-25T05:33:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Peninsula Qatar",
    "slug": "the-peninsula-qatar",
    "url": "https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/25/08/2026/qatar-achieves-one-of-worlds-highest-scores-in-itu-ict-development-index-2026"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Doha, Qatar has once again secured one of the world's top positions in the International Telecommunication Union's ICT Development Index (IDI) 2026, scoring an impressive 98.4 out of 100. This places Qatar sixth among the 159 economies evaluated. The ITU's annual Index assesses nations' progress towards achieving Universal and Meaningful Connectivity, which the organization defines as ensuring everyone can access the Internet in optimal conditions, at affordable rates, whenever and wherever needed.\n\nQatar's top score of 100.0 was achieved in the Universal Connectivity pillar, while it earned a 96.7 in the Meaningful Connectivity pillar. The nation's digital infrastructure is among the most advanced globally, boasting 99% population coverage of 5G networks, 100% fiber coverage, and the second-highest fixed broadband data traffic worldwide at nearly 1,000 GB per subscription per month.\n\nThe ITU report highlighted that progress is being made across all regions, but high-income economies are nearing the peak of their connectivity performance, leaving little room for significant infrastructure improvements. Nonetheless, Qatar's consistent high score underscores the maturity and effectiveness of its digital ecosystem and telecommunications policies. This success has fostered a supportive environment for investment and innovation, bolstering the country's digital transformation, economic competitiveness, and the overall experience of its residents and businesses.",
  "summary": "<p>Doha: The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) announced that Qatar has once again achieved one of the world’s highest scores in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Development Index (IDI) 2026, published by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), reaffirming Qatar’s position among the world’s leading digital economies.</p> <p>Qatar recorded 98.4 points out of 100…",
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    "Qatar scores 98.4 out of 100 in ITU ICT Development Index 2026",
    "Qatar ranks 6th among 159 economies evaluated",
    "Qatar excels in Universal Connectivity with 100% 5G coverage"
  ],
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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."
}