RIYADH: Saudi Arabia retained the top global ranking in the 2026 Information and Communication Technology Development Index with a score of 99.8 out of 100, driven by continued investment in digital infrastructure and connectivity. The Kingdom ranked first globally for the second consecutive year in the index published by the International Telecommunication Union, which measures digital development across 159 economies using indicators covering universal and meaningful connectivity.

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia retained the top global ranking in the 2026 Information and Communication Technology Development Index with a score of 99.8 out of 100, driven by continued…

Saudi Arabia topped the 2026 ICT Development Index issued by the ITU, reflecting the Kingdom's leadership in digital infrastructure, connectivity, and telecommunications.