In recognition of the significant role of ICT in building a modern state with a robust knowledge-based economy in light of Qatar National Vision 2030, the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology (ictQATAR) was established within the new cabinet formation announced in June 2013 to be an extension of the Supreme Council of Information and Communication Technology that was established under Emiri Decree Law no. 36 of 2004. Emiri Decree No. 27 of 2014 on the Organizational Structure of the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology sets the organizational structure and functions of the Ministry. Specifically, the Ministry is responsible for a wide-ranging mandate that includes: overseeing and developing the information and communications technology sector to make it more vibrant, advanced, and secure to support a diversified economy and benefit all the people of Qatar; introducing ICT plans, policies, programs, projects and initiatives to foster a competitive environment that is conducive to investments; developing the next generation of infrastructure and then securing and enhancing the efficiency of that infrastructure; and driving innovation well into the future as a change agent for human, social, economic and environmental progress. The Ministry also performs a critical and far-reaching role in developing e-government programs and boosting capacity and digital literacy to foster a technology-friendly environment that introduces innovative approaches to how we communicate, live and work. Consequently, the Regulatory Authority, which had been part of the Ministry, was established as the independent Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) by virtue of Emiri Decree No. 42 of 2014. The newly established CRA encourages and supports an open and competitive telecommunications market and ensures that consumer rights are protected. The CRA is also responsible for regulating the postal sector and access to digital media. The Ministry of Information and Communications Technology will continue to mobilize efforts to harness the power of ICT, bringing improvements to every aspect of life in Qatar and building a more thriving economy.

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