Saudi Arabia makes major strides in improving quality, accuracy of indicators: Minister
Speaking at the Saudi Statistics Forum, Alibrahim said the Kingdom's statistical work is undergoing an exceptional phase, which helped Saudi Arabia rank first among Arab countries in the Statistical Performance Indicators and advance 22 positions globally in 2023.
Alibrahim said Saudi Arabia will continue developing data platforms, pushing ahead with digital transformation, and making greater use of administrative data, artificial intelligence, and modern technologies.
These efforts aim to improve statistical processes, enhance the accuracy of indicators, boost efficiency, and facilitate access to information.
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