The Riyadh Municipality announced that the capital has achieved progress in the IMD Smart City Index for 2026, reaching 24th place globally, compared to 27th place in 2025. This advancement reflects continuous development in the urban system and digital services across the city.
This progress highlights the impact of transformations witnessed in Riyadh in the areas of digital governance and enhanced e-participation. Interactive initiatives have played a key role in increasing citizen engagement in decision-making, alongside the development of digital communication channels and improvements in user experience. These efforts contribute to enhancing service efficiency and raising residents’ satisfaction levels.
The improvements also covered various aspects of digital infrastructure and smart services, supporting the integration of municipal operations and improving the efficiency of city management. This aligns with global urban trends in adopting technology and data-driven solutions to support urban development.
This advancement comes as an extension of the Riyadh Municipality’s ongoing efforts to strengthen digital transformation, improve services, and expand community participation. These initiatives contribute to building a more efficient and interactive city, in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 to enhance quality of life and boost the global competitiveness of cities.