Oman has launched the National Programme for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Advanced Digital Technologies, aiming to secure global digital leadership and enhance the role of information and communications technology (ICT) in the economy. That initiative, running from 2024 to 2026, is part of the broader Oman Vision 2040 objectives, which seek to align the country with global advancements in AI.

The National Programme for Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Oman aims to establish a national open data platform to support entrepreneurs and decision-makers, create a research centre for AI, and develop a collaborative AI studio for technological solutions. It will also produce an Omani language model using generative AI and establish a centre for Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies in partnership with the World Economic Forum, alongside quantum computing initiatives.

Minister H E Saeed bin Hamood al Mawali emphasised the government’s commitment to integrating AI across sectors to enhance the digital economy’s contribution to GDP from 2% in 2021 to 10% by 2040. Additionally, the programme includes the AI Makers Initiative, opportunities for startups, and AI and data analysis training for Omani youth to prepare them as future innovators and creators.