Oman
Takes part in GCC Statistical Work Meeting in RiyadhRiyadh,
10 Dec 2025 (ONA) — The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the National Centre
for Statistics and Information (NCSI), took part in the 13th meeting
of the Standing Committee for Statistical Work in the GCC, held in Riyadh,
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, from 10 to 11 December 2025. The
meeting brought together heads and directors of national statistical offices in
GCC member states, along with representatives of relevant entities.The
Committee discussed a number of priority topics for GCC statistical work,
including the GCC Joint Statistical Work Strategy (2026–2030), the
effectiveness of digital transformation in GCC statistical offices, the
document for celebrating GCC Statistics Day, and the proposed technical support
plan for national statistical offices for 2026, in addition to other items of
emerging importance.On
the sidelines of the meeting, a panel discussion titled “International
Statistical Standards: The Role of GCC Statistical Offices in Development and
Implementation,” was organized by the General Authority for Statistics in
Riyadh on 10 December 2025. The session aimed to highlight the role of GCC
statistical bodies in developing and applying international statistical
standards, while promoting knowledge exchange and statistical cooperation.The
discussion covered several key themes, notably the harmonization of international
standards across GCC statistical offices, strengthening partnerships with
regional and international organizations, and showcasing the contributions of
GCC countries to the development of global statistical standards and
methodologies.Dr.
Khalifa bin Abdullah Al Barwani, CEO of NCSI reaffirmed the commitment of NCSI
to continue its role as an active partner in the GCC statistical system and to
support initiatives that enhance data quality and methodological alignment,
ensuring the highest levels of efficiency and reliability in statistical
indicators across the GCC.

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