State of Palestine Signs DCO Charter, Unveils Digital Prosperity Plan
ISLAMABAD, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 1st Sep, 2026) The State of Palestine has signed the Charter of the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), becoming a Signatory Member. This move strengthens cooperation aimed at advancing an inclusive, resilient, and sustainable digital economy.
The Charter was formally handed over by Minister of Telecommunications and Digital Economy of the State of Palestine, Dr. Abdel-Razzak Natsheh, to DCO Secretary-General Deemah AlYahya on the sidelines of LEAP 2026 in Riyadh, according to a DCO press release.
Dr. Abdel-Razzak Natsheh expressed that joining the DCO will provide Palestine with an important opportunity to deepen international digital cooperation and accelerate its digital transformation. He highlighted Palestine’s eagerness to exchange knowledge and best practices, strengthen digital resilience and connectivity, promote innovation and entrepreneurship, and expand opportunities for its people in the digital economy.
DCO Secretary-General Deemah AlYahya welcomed Palestine into the organization, stating that it signifies a shared commitment to practical action. She noted that Palestinian talent, innovation, and entrepreneurship are already reaching global markets, and DCO membership will connect this momentum to a multilateral platform focused on accelerating digital development.
The DCO will collaborate with Palestine in areas including digital policy, infrastructure, artificial intelligence, skills, and entrepreneurship to translate the opportunities identified in the Digital Prosperity Plan into tangible outcomes.
Digital Prosperity Plan
The State of Palestine also unveiled its Digital Prosperity Plan (DPP), a medium- to long-term operational plan for the country’s digital economy, co-developed by the DCO and the Ministry of Telecommunications and Digital Economy on behalf of the Government of Palestine.
The plan aims to:
- Strengthen digital infrastructure, data governance, and advanced technology capabilities.
- Accelerate GovTech and digital public services.
- Support innovation and startups.
- Improve access to investment and regional markets.
- Develop future-ready digital talent.
By 2028, the plan targets training more than 10,000 people and supporting over 250 startups and 100 women-led enterprises.
According to the DCO, Palestine’s ICT sector comprises around 400 active establishments and employs more than 13,500 professionals. The sector generates over $500 million in annual value added, contributes approximately 5% to GDP, and produces roughly 3,000 ICT graduates annually.
