The Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Rwanda have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in the fields of information and communication technology (ICT) and digital economy development.
H.E. Dr. Ali bin Amer Al Shidhani, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology (MTCIT), representing Oman; and Yves Iradukunda, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Communications, Information Technology, and Innovation (MINICT), representing Rwanda, signed the MoU.
The MoU aims to foster cooperation and knowledge exchange in digitizing government services, digital transformation, and the application of artificial intelligence (AI).
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The arrangement will also focus on private sector involvement and systems integration in ICT and innovation. Focus areas of the MoU include promoting joint research initiatives focused on emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT). It also includes measures to enhance cybersecurity and develop the ICT sector of both nations.
The agreement envisions strengthening the capabilities of emerging tech companies and small and medium-sized (SMEs) enterprises, improving data protection expertise and advancing personal data protection and digital economy initiatives.
Oman Vision 2040 national development strategy aims to transform Oman into a developed nation with a knowledge-based economy, sustainable development, and enhanced quality of life for its citizens.
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