Doha:The Civil Service and Government Development Bureau (CGB), represented by the Institute of Public Administration, has been awarded second place and the Silver Shield for its "Irtiqaa" program at the first edition of the "Award for Innovative Projects and Practices at the Institutes of Public Administration in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Countries."

According to Hukoomi, the "Irtiqaa" program is designed to boost the capabilities of representatives involved in Third National Development Strategy projects and their teams. It focuses on providing training, mentoring, and practical application in strategic projects to enhance the efficiency of project implementation.

Ms. Maha Masoud Al Marri, Director-General of the Institute of Public Administration, highlighted the significance of GCC participation in this inaugural edition. She emphasized the involvement of all GCC Member States, which presented a variety of projects aimed at developing government leaders and capabilities, adopting modern technologies, and promoting governance and joint government action.

The award is a GCC initiative led by the State of Qatar, in collaboration with the GCC General Secretariat and the Institutes of Public Administration from Member States.