KINGDOM OF BAHRAIN eGOVERNMENT STRATEGY 2016 INTRODUCTION In this connected world, it is imperative for citizens, businesses and society to interact seamlessly with the government, via channels that are accessible to all. With this thought in mind, the Kingdom of Bahrain developed its first eGovernment (eGov) strategy, covering the period of 2007-2010, with the aim to bring the government closer to its people. The result was exemplary. The strategy translated into the establishment of 4 eGov channels and more than 200 eServices. A new Economic Vision 2030 for the Kingdom of Bahrain was then launched in October 2008, striving to ensure the future economic sustainability of the Kingdom. To contribute to the realisation of this Economic Vision, as well as the fulfilment of the Government Action Plan, a new eGov strategy was commissioned. This document summarises this strategy and outlines its objectives. 7 3