34 Government institutions have now published their data in line with the approved national standards and policies for open data.
Open data is considered the backbone of the digital revolution. It provides the fuel for artificial intelligence technologies and enables new solutions, informed decision-making, and investment opportunities. It also strengthens trust between the government and citizens, promotes transparency, and supports progress across multiple fields.
Hasan bin Fada Husain Al Lawati, Head of the National Program for Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technologies, explained: “In today’s fast digital transformation, open data is a key factor for transparency, innovation, and better public services. It also helps improve Oman’s global ranking in digital transformation and AI readiness. For this reason, the Ministry encourages government agencies to publish their data openly in different sectors.”
To support this goal, the Open Government Data Policy was issued in January 2025. This policy sets clear standards for managing and publishing government data, ensuring that information collected by state institutions is made available for public, research, and commercial use.
As part of the initiative, the Ministry is also developing a unified national open data platform, which is expected to launch in a trial version by the end of this year. The platform will offer wide access to datasets from different sectors, helping citizens, researchers, and businesses benefit from reliable, machine-readable information.
The Ministry’s ongoing efforts reflect Oman’s strong commitment to digital transformation, innovation, and building a transparent, knowledge-based economy
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