Oman lines up programs to boost digital economy in Oman 2040 Vision

Oman has announced efforts to boost its GDP through digital programs lined up in the country. According to the country, it plans to build a strong digital economy through its National Digital Economy Programme, which is expected to focus on three pillars. In its statement, the country has highlighted that the program will focus on aspects like digital government, business digitization, and digital society. Oman intends to raise the sector’s contribution to its GDP to 10% by the end of 2040. According to Dr Ali bin Amer al Shaithani, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology (MoTCIT), the digital economy is expected to contribute around 3% to the country’s GDP by the end of this year. Oman wants a 10% GDP boost from its digital economy The program aligns with the Oman Vision 2040. It is also expected to happen in four stages. The stages include digital...

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