Doha: Qatari daily Al-Raya underscored in its Saturday editorial Qatar's prominent position among the world's leading governments in administrative efficiency and public service performance, as reflected in the Global Bureaucracy Perception Index 2026.
According to Qatar News Agency, Qatar ranked first globally in the Time criterion, scoring 83.2% for the speed of government service delivery. The country also topped the world rankings in Transparency with 82.9% for the clarity of procedures, Predictability with 82% for the reliability and consistency of service outcomes, and Affordability with 81.5% for the ease of accessing services with lower financial and non-financial burdens. Qatar additionally ranked first regionally and third globally in Accessibility, recording 73.1%.
In its editorial titled "Qatari Leadership in Administrative Efficiency," Al-Raya said the achievement reflects the country's success in driving a qualitative transformation in government performance through the expansion of digital services, the simplification of procedures, and the integration of artificial intelligence technologies into public administration.
The newspaper noted that these results are the product of sustained institutional efforts and major investments in digital transformation and human capital development, in line with the objectives of Qatar National Vision 2030, which seeks to build a modern, efficient, and sustainable public sector.
Al-Raya stressed that the achievement embodies a long-term strategic vision that places people at the center of development while prioritizing the advancement of government services, positioning the Qatari model as a benchmark for efficiency, innovation, and seamless access to services.
The editorial added that Qatar's continued progress reinforces its standing on the global competitiveness map and strengthens its ability to provide a flexible and attractive business environment founded on reliable, high-quality government services. This, the paper said, further boosts investor confidence and supports sustainable economic growth.
The newspaper also emphasized that Qatar's expanding use of artificial intelligence to support development and prosperity reflects a clear awareness of the importance of harnessing technology within a framework of precise standards and institutional integration to ensure optimal outcomes.
In conclusion, Al-Raya affirmed that Qatar continues to consolidate its position as a global model in governance by advancing its digital infrastructure and adopting cutting-edge smart solutions, making quality of life and ease of access to services central pillars of the country's comprehensive development journey and reinforcing its leadership in digital transformation and administrative excellence.