MUSCAT: The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology is conducting a nationwide survey to measure the contribution of the digital economy to Oman’s GDP in 2023.
The initiative supports the National Digital Economy Programme, which aims to increase the sector’s share to 10 per cent of GDP by 2040.
The survey is designed to provide accurate economic data to aid decision-makers in shaping Oman’s digital transformation strategy. It will also support economic research, facilitate international comparisons and track progress towards national digital goals.
Focusing on private sector establishments in ICT, digital financial services and online insurance, the survey covers 1,300 businesses of all sizes across Oman’s governorates.
Key indicators include the digital economy’s GDP share, employment levels, wage expenditures, investment in digital infrastructure and operating costs.
Hamad bin Nasser al Shukaili, Director of the Survey Project, emphasised the importance of industry cooperation, noting that strong participation enhances the accuracy of insights and helps shape policies for a sustainable digital economy. He highlighted that Oman’s digital sector is pivotal to future economic growth, with data-driven decision-making essential for fostering innovation and investment.— ONA
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