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
The Digital Transformation Conference – COMEX 2024 highlighted the National Open Data Portal, a pivotal step in enhancing digital transparency and supporting the growth of the digital economy in the Sultanate of Oman. The portal provides an integrated platform for government entities to upload and make their data available openly, allowing investors, researchers, and startups access to accurate information to support innovation and strategic decision-making. This initiative is part of the Sultanate's efforts to promote digital transformation and increase the digital economy's contribution to the GDP, in line with Vision 2040 to enhance efficiency and innovation in government and private services.
Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology organized an "Open Data Forum" at the Mövenpick Hotel, Halls 1 and 2, attended by a group of officials and experts in the field of digital data. The meeting addressed a number of key topics aimed at promoting the concept of open data and its importance in supporting decision-making and transparency, including: -Principles of Open Data Dissemination and its Importance -National Data Strategy -Data Classification -National Open Data Platform -Success Stories of Institutions in Data Dissemination The program also included a speech by His Excellency Undersecretary Ali bin Amer Al Shaidhani, who reviewed the role of government agencies in promoting open data dissemination and its role in developing digital services. The meeting aims to exchange experiences and best practices among institutions and encourage them to leverage the National Open Data Platform to support digital transformation and enhance transparency in the provision of government services.
Muscat - As part of efforts to promote transparency and data accessibility, the relevant authorities organized an introductory workshop for government agencies. The workshop aimed to introduce the National Open Data Platform's operating mechanism and the basic requirements for entering data for each entity. The workshop included a detailed presentation of the steps for entering data into the platform, emphasizing the importance of adhering to approved standards, which will contribute to enhancing the use of open data to support innovation and develop government services.
The Periodic Digital Transformation Conference The periodic digital transformation conference was held on June 18, 2025, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Al Irfan. A presentation was given on the National Open Data Portal. The presentation included the following topics: - Reviewing the portal's objectives and strategic directions. - Highlighting the developments and achievements of the portal. - Introducing the most important features and benefits it provides. - Clarifying the role of government agencies and their basic requirements within the framework of this portal. This conference comes within the framework of efforts to promote digital transformation and implement the principles of transparency and data accessibility.
There is a vast amount of information and services available on the internet, but the inability to access many of them still poses a barrier for people with disabilities and elderly. The concept of digital accessibility is summarized by ensuring that all electronic information, services, and applications are accessible and easily usable by all individuals, including those with disabilities and the elderly. Click here to download a copy of the National Digital Accessibility Policy
In view of the 2040 Vision, the Sultanate of Oman is pursuing a new era that enhances the performance of government entities, increases their level of transparency and responsibility, and promotes economic diversification and the utilization of data-driven services. Therefore, when handling personal data, the government entities should act as custodians of such data, manage it and ensure its security in line with relevant laws and policies. They shall also develop rules for its secure exchange within them and among each other. Click here to download a copy of the Personal Data Protection Policy
The Executive Regulations of the Personal Data Protection Law were issued pursuant to Ministerial Resolution No. 34/2024, which detailed several provisions of the Data Protection Law, most notably: the procedures for obtaining a personal data processing permit stipulated in Article (5) of the Law, the controls for processing children's personal data, the controls and procedures for exercising the rights of the personal data subject, and the obligations of the controller and processor. Click here to download a copy of the Executive Regulation of the Personal Data Protection Law
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