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HomeTechnologyMadinah Soars in Global Smart City Index

Madinah Soars in Global Smart City Index

Madinah Leaps 11 Spots in IMD's Smart City Rankings

April 16, 2024
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Madinah has achieved a remarkable leap, climbing 11 places in the prestigious IMD Smart City Index for 2024. This significant jump has placed the city at the 74th position on a global scale, a notable improvement from its previous 85th rank in 2023.

Among its regional counterparts, Madinah now proudly stands as the seventh-ranked Arab city. The IMD index measures digital vitality and the readiness of cities to incorporate technology, aiming to strike a balance between economic, technological, and human factors, while catering to the needs of the populace. The index supports the growth of urban areas into smart cities, with a focus on transforming public spaces into hubs of attraction, curtailing carbon emissions, and enhancing the overall quality of life for residents.

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The commendable rise in the rankings can be attributed to the synergized efforts of the Al-Madinah Region Development Authority, in partnership with various government entities. Together, they have enhanced coordination and implemented digital initiatives across different sectors, paving the way for Madinah to secure a prominent position among the world’s smart cities.

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