The National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) has officially released its annual report for 2025, revealing a historic breakthrough: the launch of the world’s first AI-powered household income and expenditure survey. This pioneering initiative places the Sultanate at the global forefront of data science, utilizing artificial intelligence to collect and analyze socioeconomic data with unprecedented speed and accuracy. By integrating advanced machine learning into the national census process, Oman is redefining how governments understand and respond to the financial realities of their citizens.
This AI-driven approach allows the NCSI to process massive datasets in real-time, identifying spending patterns and income trends that traditional survey methods might miss. The technology ensures higher data quality by reducing human error and providing a more granular view of the Sultanate’s economic landscape. For policymakers, this means the ability to design more effective social support programs and economic strategies that are directly informed by precise, up-to-the-minute household analytics.
The report highlights 2025 as a transformative year for the NCSI, characterized by a series of digital initiatives aimed at modernizing the nation’s statistical infrastructure. This shift toward AI-powered data collection is a key pillar of Oman Vision 2040, supporting the goal of a tech-driven, transparent government. By becoming the first country to apply AI to such a critical national survey, the Sultanate is setting a new international standard for how technology can be used to improve public administration and social welfare.
Beyond the technical achievement, this survey provides a vital foundation for the Sultanate’s future economic planning. The insights gained from the AI models will help the government navigate global market fluctuations and domestic growth more effectively. For the people of Oman, this means that national development plans will be more closely aligned with their actual needs, ensuring that the country’s progress is both data-driven and human-centric.
