Project designed to help Bahrain’s TRA understand emerging telecom technologies, evaluate regulatory risks, and prepare a structured roadmap for policy adaptation.
The challenge
Rapid technological advancement introduced new telecom solutions, services, and business models that challenged Bahrain’s existing regulatory framework.
TRA needed a clear, evidence-based understanding of emerging technologies and their policy implications, as well as guidance on how to adapt national regulations to ensure innovation, safety, and market readiness.
Project outline
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Identified emerging telecom and digital technologies relevant to Bahrain.
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Analyzed regulatory challenges, market risks, and operational implications associated with each technology.
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Reviewed international best practices and global policy lessons to benchmark regulatory approaches.
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Developed tailored regulatory recommendations for technology adoption and oversight.
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Prepared an implementation roadmap outlining required policy adaptations and inter-agency coordination roles.
Our impact
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Provided TRA with a clear understanding of priority emerging technologies and associated regulatory considerations.
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Strengthened Bahrain’s ability to adopt new technologies while mitigating risks and ensuring market integrity.
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Delivered a practical roadmap to guide phased regulatory adaptation and cross-government coordination.
Duration: July 2022 – December 2022