The Sultanate of Oman emphasized the importance of digitalization in the development of Arab statistics at a meeting held today in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This meeting was the fiftieth session of the Board of Trustees of the Arab Institute for Training and Statistical Research, where various topics related to improving and innovating regional statistics were discussed.
The Necessity of Digitalization in Statistics
At this meeting, Omani officials stressed that digital technologies can serve as effective tools for collecting, analyzing, and presenting statistical information. They pointed out that given the rapid technological advancements, it is essential for Arab countries to move towards utilizing innovative solutions to obtain more accurate and up-to-date data.
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Challenges and Opportunities
Despite the importance of digitalization, there are also challenges in this path. One of these challenges is the need for training and empowering the workforce in the use of digital tools. Omanis noted that Arab countries should pay special attention to investing in education and skill development to take advantage of new technologies.
Additionally, Omani representatives emphasized the necessity of cooperation among Arab countries in exchanging best practices and solutions. They stated that collaboration and coordination could lead to improved data quality and statistical information at the regional level.
At the end of this meeting, the members of the Board of Trustees of the Arab Institute for Training and Statistical Research approved several plans and programs to enhance the statistical level of Arab countries. These plans included the use of advanced software, the implementation of new technologies, and the establishment of international collaboration networks in the field of statistics.
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