New SDG Data Framework

TDT | Manama

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Bahrain has developed plans covering 251 United Nations development indicators as part of efforts to strengthen the quality and coverage of national data aligned with global sustainability targets, the Ministry of Sustainable Development said on Wednesday.

The ministry told Parliament that its work under the UN 2030 Agenda and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) focuses on helping government entities measure, report, and align policies with international benchmarks.

The update came in response to a parliamentary question by MP Abdulhakeem Al Sheno regarding the ministry’s support to other state bodies, performance measurement, and outcomes achieved so far. Sustainable Development Minister and Economic Development Board chief executive Noor bint Ali Alkhulaif said implementation of the SDGs is a “shared national responsibility,” with each ministry accountable for its respective sector.

She said the ministry’s role includes coordination, data verification, training workshops, capacity building, and collaboration with international organisations.

Acco rding to the ministry, work under the National Information and Population Committee has identified lead and supporting agencies for each SDG target and indicator. The 251 prepared action plans aim to enhance the availability and accuracy of SDG-related data, alongside monitoring reporting timelines to international bodies.