The 11th edition of the ICT Conference (MEET ICT) and the Bahrain International Technology Exhibition (BITEX) will take place from May 7 to 9, 2023 at the Gulf Convention Centre, Gulf Hotel. 

 

This year's theme is “Advancing the Digital Economy for Sustainable Growth”. Several international experts and speakers will address the conference to discuss technological advancements such as 5G and Wi-Fi 6, which will be key enablers of the new economy in the coming years. 

 

Furthermore, the conference will include a number of VIP tours and specialised workshops for the delegates. 

 

Innovative potential

The exhibition, in parallel with the conference, gathers all ICT companies under one roof to showcase the digital transformation in the ICT industry. It aims to strengthen innovative potential and empower the business technology sector. 

 

MEET ICT and BITEX are the largest IT conferences of their kind in Bahrain. The conference reflects Bahrain's vision and technological progress in the region. This annual tech event focuses on the critical role the IT sector has played in Bahrain's economic recovery and the strategy required for building telecommunications infrastructure, promoting the digital economy, improving e-governance, and increasing digital capability. 

 

"MEET ICT and BITEX showcase the significant progress seen in Bahrain concerning investment in – and employment of –technology. The kingdom has been highly successful in providing technological infrastructure, qualified professionals and enacting legislation to regulate the tech sector,” stated BTECH Chairman, Tariq Fakhroo. 

 

IT hub

Fakhroo went on to explain that the conference will reflect on the factors that contributed to strengthening the kingdom's position as a leading business and IT hub in the region.  The conference will also focus on the plans to improve the quality of national telecommunications provided by service providers.

 

Speaking on behalf WorkSmart, the company's CEO, Ahmed Al-Hujairi, stated that this event provides a platform for private and public sector stakeholders, IT experts and technology leaders.  Conference attendees will look to collaborate as they highlight their services and products and encourage private sector institutions to increase their productivity and competitiveness through digital innovation.-- TradeArabia News Service