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Saudi Arabia tops UN digital government index

Analysis based on 8 articles · First reported Jul 23, 2026 · Last updated Jul 23, 2026

Sentiment
30
Attention
2
Articles
8
Market Impact
General
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Market Impact

The ranking reinforces Saudi Arabia's reputation as a regional leader in digital government, potentially boosting investor confidence in its digital economy and Vision 2030 initiatives. It may also attract technology partnerships and investments in the country's digital infrastructure.

government services technology
Event Summary

Saudi Arabia has maintained its first-place ranking in the Middle East and North Africa in the 2025 Government Electronic and Mobile Services Maturity Index (GEMS) issued by the International — United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ESCWA), achieving a 99% maturity rate for the fourth consecutive year. The index assessed 17 countries based on 100 priority government services. Saudi Arabia scored 100% in service availability and development, 99% in service usage and user satisfaction, and 100% in public access. The achievement reflects the country's digital transformation efforts under Vision 2030, supported by the Digital Government Authority and its governor Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Maktoum. Additionally, Saudi Arabia ranked second globally in the World Bank Group's 2025 GovTech Maturity Index, and Riyadh Air was selected as the headquarters of the United Nations Center for Digital Government.

Key Actions
80 Saudi Arabia ranked first
70 Saudi Arabia ranked second
60 Riyadh Air selected as headquarters United Nations
Entities Involved
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Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is the subject of the ranking, achieving first place regionally and second globally in related indices, enhancing its international standing in digital government.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment 30.0
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Saudi Arabia — Digital Government Authority
The DGA is the lead government entity driving digital transformation; its governor commented on the achievement, highlighting the authority's role.
Importance 80.0 Sentiment 30.0
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Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Maktoum
As governor of the DGA, he publicly attributed the success to leadership support and government efforts, reinforcing his position as a key figure in Saudi digital policy.
Importance 50.0 Sentiment 20.0
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International — United Nations Economic Commission for Africa
ESCWA published the index that ranked Saudi Arabia first; the organization is the issuer of the GEMS index.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment 10.0
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Riyadh Air
Riyadh Air was selected as the headquarters for the UN Center for Digital Government, boosting its profile as a hub for digital innovation.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment 20.0
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World Bank Group
The World Bank Group's GovTech Maturity Index ranked Saudi Arabia second globally, complementing the ESCWA ranking.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 10.0
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United Nations
The UN partnered with Riyadh Air to establish the Global Center for Digital Government, reflecting international recognition of Saudi Arabia's digital progress.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 10.0
Relationships
Saudi Arabia related ↔ Riyadh Air
Saudi Arabia related ↔ World Bank Group
Saudi Arabia related ↔ United Nations
World Bank Group related ↔ United Nations
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