TDRA Wins Mohammed Bin Rashid Arabic Language Award for its comprehensive project to support Arabic digital content

The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) has been awarded the prestigious Mohammed Bin Rashid Arabic Language Award - Class of the best Language Policy and Planning Initiative, for its significant project aimed at enhancing Arabic digital content. This award-winning initiative, in line with the Arabic Language Charter by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, reflects TDRA’s commitment to digital government and knowledge society.

The award ceremony, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, took place during the 9th International Conference on the Arabic Language at the Movenpick Grand Al Bustan Hotel, Dubai 6-8 November 2023, in the presence of H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and Member of the Dubai Council.

H.E. Mohammad Al Kitbi, TDRA Deputy Director General for Support Services Sector, stated, “Our interest in the Arabic language comes in line with the directives of our wise leadership represented in the Arabic Language Charter. As the entity responsible for digital enablement, we have harnessed cutting-edge knowledge and international best practices in digital content creation and processing, and thoughtfully applied these modern methodologies to the Arabic language, which stands at the core of our cultural heritage and identity.”

The success of the initiative, evidenced by securing a 100% score in the Content standard of the UN E-Government report, not only highlights TDRA's leadership as a digital government innovator but also emphasizes the significant contributions of the Digital Government (DGOV) sector within TDRA.

TDRA is the first digital government to receive this award at the regional level. It is also worth noting that Mohammed Bin Rashid Arabic Language Award is an award, initiated by H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, carries global significance in its mission to enhance and promote the Arabic language. Notably, this prestigious award opens its doors to all Arabic-speaking entities, institutions, and individuals worldwide, welcoming nominations in its various categories.