Historical Development of E-Government in the Middle East
Faisal L F H Almutairi1, Ramayah Thurasamy2, Jasmine A. L. Yeap3

1Faisal L F H Almutairi, PhD, Department of Technology Management, University of Science Malaysia (Usm).
2Ramayah Thurasamy, School of Management Studies. Universiti sains Malaysia.
3Jasmine A.L. Yeap, School of Management studies. Universiti Sains Malaysia.
Manuscript received on January 02, 2020. | Revised Manuscript received on January 15, 2020. | Manuscript published on January 30, 2020. | PP: 748-751 | Volume-8 Issue-5, January 2020. | Retrieval Number: E4912018520/2020©BEIESP | DOI: 10.35940/ijrte.E4912.018520

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Abstract: The intention of this paper is to explore historical development of e-governance in Kuwait. The study explore the overview of the development of e-governance, the Development of E-Governance in Middle Eastern Countries detailing the level of progress made so far acknowledged by various international organizations which UN, OECD among others. Similarly, the paper explore the Status of E-Government in the Middle East, the Contribution of E-Governance in Sustainable Governance in Middle East. Contextually, the paper thoroughly discussed E-Governance in Kuwait as well the Challenges of Implementation and Development of E-Governance in Kuwait. The paper finally provided Recommendations for Improvement including a call on Kuwaiti government to invest in upgrading its ICT and internet infrastructure in order to enable good provision of services.
Keywords: History, Development, e-governance, Middle East.
Scope of the Article: Mobile App Design and Development.