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He added, "By focusing on the transition to IPv6, we aim to achieve sustainability and expand our

digital capabilities, while ensuring the highest levels of security and efficiency in network
communication. This step is fundamental for welcoming and integrating next-generation
technologies, including the Internet of Things and autonomous vehicles, securing Qatar's leading

position in the global digital landscape. We would like to express our profound thanks and
appreciation to RIPE NCC for their valuable collaboration and continuous support, which
effectively contributes to achieving our strategic goals.”

"We are thrilled to champion the development of the local community in alignment with our
strategic alliance with the Communications Regulatory Authority of Qatar. The strides Qatar is

making in the adoption of IPv6 are commendable, and our commitment to bolstering this
momentum is unwavering. By providing our members and the CRA with the necessary technical

expertise and services, we aim to facilitate a smooth transition from IPv4 to IPv6 to meet the
increasing demand for connectivity and support the growth and development of Qatar's digital
infrastructure. The RIPE NCC specialized training covers a wide array of critical subjects,

particularly IPv6 and routing security, and is enhanced by pioneering tools such as RIPE Atlas,
RIPEstat, RIS and others. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the CRA for their pivotal role and

continued collaboration on this transformative journey." said Dr. Chafic Chaya, Regional Manager
for Public Policy and Government Affairs in the Middle East at RIPE NCC.
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About CRA:
CRA regulates the telecommunications, information technology, and postal sectors, as well as access to
digital media in the State of Qatar. CRA works to ensure that government institutions, companies, and
individuals in the country have access to a wide range of innovative, advanced, and reliable services. It
applies all its regulatory powers to promote competition in the sectors it regulates while also working to
protect consumer rights.

About the RIPE NCC:
The RIPE NCC is an independent, not-for-profit membership organisation that supports the infrastructure
of the Internet through technical coordination in Europe, the Middle East and parts of Central Asia. The

most prominent activity of the RIPE NCC is to act as the Regional Internet Registry (RIR), providing global
Internet resources and related services (IPv4, IPv6 and AS Numbers) to members in the RIPE NCC service

For Inquiries:
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