NCSI Signs Memorandum of Cooperation in Fields of Training,
Research

Muscat, 8 May (ONA) — The National Centre for Statistics
and Information (NCSI) signed a memorandum of cooperation (MoC) with the Modern
College of Business and Science (MCBS) in Muscat today. The MoC seeks to
develop academic training and scholarly research.

Under the terms of the memorandum, the two sides will
cooperate to enhance practical training opportunities for college students,
provide academic services that meet the needs of both parties and implement
studies and research projects.

The MoC also aims to expand the use of smart solutions in
statistical and information technologies and develop training programmes to
hone the skills of national human resources.

The MoC was signed by Dr. Khalifa Abdullah Al Barwani, CEO
of the NCSI, and Dr. Muneer Mohammed Al Maskari, CEO of the MCBS.

Al Barwani said that MoC affirms the two sides’ commitment
to establish a practical environment for innovation and research in the Sultanate
of Oman. He added that partnership with the MCBS constitutes a milestone in
grooming a generation of national cadres capable of effectively
contributing to building an integrated knowledge system that supports the process
of decision-making based on reliable data.

Al Barwani pointed out that the MoC also enhances efforts to
develop statistical work in the Sultanate of Oman by sharing expertise and
resources. He observed that scholarly research represents a fundamental pillar
of economic and social growth and a key measure in achieving sustainable
development.

— Ends/Bishara/AG