GCC Eyes Unified Data Future

Bahrain Leads GCC Push for Smarter Statistics

TDT | Manama

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Bahrain chaired a key Gulf meeting on regional statistical cooperation, with officials highlighting digital readiness's role in maintaining operations during recent regional tensions.

The 14th meeting of the Permanent Committee for Statistical Work of GCC countries was chaired remotely by Mohammed Ali Al Qaed, chief executive of the Information & eGovernment Authority, as part of Bahrain’s presidency of the 46th GCC session.

Representatives from GCC national statistical offices discussed plans to strengthen regional data coordination, unify statistical standards and improve digital statistical platforms across member states.

Al Qaed said closer cooperation among GCC statistical offices is essential to providing accurate data to support development and decision-making across the region.

He also praised the technological preparedness of GCC countries, noting that advanced digital systems helped institutions maintain business continuity and respond efficiently to the impact of recent Iranian attacks targeting Bahrain and other GCC states.

The meeting also reviewed progress on the GCC joint statistical work strategy for 2026–2030 and preparations for Saudi Arabia’s hosting of the 6th United Nations World Data Forum in 2026.