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شاركت الهيئة العامة للإحصاء في المملكة العربية السعودية في الاجتماع الاستثنائي التنسيقي لرؤساء أجهزة الإحصاء الوطنية بدول مجلس التعاون لدول الخليج العربية، والذي عُقد عبر الاتصال المرئي بمشاركة رؤساء الأجهزة الإحصائية في الدول الأعضاء، إلى جانب المديرة العامة للمركز الإحصائي لدول مجلس التعاون.
جاء هذا الاجتماع في إطار تعزيز التنسيق والتكامل الإحصائي بين دول المجلس، بما يسهم في دعم صُنّاع القرار ببيانات ومؤشرات دقيقة وموثوقة وحديثة، تعكس واقع الأداء الاقتصادي وتواكب المتغيرات العالمية المتسارعة.
وأكد رئيس الهيئة العامة للإحصاء، فهد بن عبدالله الدوسري، استمرار جهود تطوير المنظومة الإحصائية ورفع جاهزيتها، من خلال تحسين جودة الإحصاءات الرسمية، وتعزيز كفاءة التحليل الإحصائي، والتوسع في الاستفادة من السجلات الإدارية لدعم المؤشرات الوطنية.
كما ناقش الاجتماع عددًا من الموضوعات ذات الأولوية، من أبرزها المؤشرات الاقتصادية، بما في ذلك مؤشرات الأسعار، والإنتاج الصناعي، والتجارة الخارجية، والناتج المحلي الإجمالي.
واختُتم الاجتماع بالتأكيد على أهمية مواصلة العمل الإحصائي المشترك، وتعزيز تكامل البيانات وتبادلها، وتطوير آليات التنسيق وتبادل الخبرات، بما يدعم الاستجابة الفاعلة للمتغيرات العالمية ويسهم في تحقيق الاستقرار والنمو المستدام.

The General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) announced the winning teams of the Data Innovation Hackathon, organized from February 15 to April 15, 2026. The hackathon is the first of its kind in leveraging innovation and technology to advance statistical work, as part of “Road to Riyadh” series of events in preparation for Saudi Arabia’s hosting of the 6th UNWDF in November 2026.
In addition, GASTAT revealed that the hackathon comprised two main tracks, in which 132 teams competed. A total of 16 teams qualified for the final stage, with eight teams in the “Innovative Data Collection” track focusing on the use of non-traditional sources and eight teams in the “Intelligent Processing and Classification” track, leveraging artificial intelligence technologies. The final judging phase resulted in the selection of six winning teams that presented innovative solutions aimed at enhancing the quality of official statistics and enhancing their reliability.
In the same context, GASTAT will hold the closing ceremony on Monday, April 20, at its headquarters, where the detailed results of the hackathon will be announced. The event will showcase the winning projects and highlight the most prominent innovative solutions presented, in addition to honoring the winning teams in recognition of their efforts and contributions to advancing statistical work and enhancing data quality.
It is noteworthy that the Data Innovation Hackathon reflects GASTAT’s commitment to expanding the use of modern technologies and enhancing the role of artificial intelligence in developing statistical processes, in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to build a knowledge-based economy driven by data. It also highlights the progress of the statistical sector in Saudi Arabia and strengthens its position as a leading regional hub in data and innovation while enabling national and international talent, including students, academics, and professionals to participate in developing practical solutions to statistical challenges.
 

بلغ معدل التضخم السنوي لمؤشر أسعار المستهلك في السعودية 1.8% خلال شهر مارس 2026مقارنة بنظيره من العام السابق (مارس 2025) في حين سجل المؤشر ارتفاعاً نسبياً على أساس شهري بنسبة 0.3 %مقارنة بشهر فبراير 2025. 
وفي السياق ذاته بلغ معدل الرقم القياسي لأسعار الجملة 3.3% خلال شهر مارس 2026 مقارنة بنظيره من عام 2025 في حين سجّل المؤشر ارتفاعاً نسبيًا على أساس شهري بنسبة 0.2% مقارنة بشهر مارس 2026.
تجدر الإشارة إلى أن مؤشر أسعار المستهلك (CPI) يعكس التغيرات في الأسعار التي يدفعها المستهلكون مقابل سلة ثابتة مكونة من 582 عنصرًا بينما يعكس مؤشر أسعار الجملة (WPI) تحركات أسعار السلع في مرحلة ما قبل البيع بالتجزئة لسلة ثابتة مكونة من 343 عنصرا
 

The General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) released the results of the Industrial Production Index (IPI) for February 2026, which showed an increase of 8.9% compared to the same month of the previous year, supported by growth in mining and quarrying, manufacturing, and water supply, sewerage, waste management, and remediation activities.
In terms of sub-indices, the sub-index for mining and quarrying activity recorded a year-on-year increase of 13.0%. The manufacturing sub-index rose by 3.6%, while the sub-index for water supply, sewerage, waste management, and remediation activities increased by 8.1%. In contrast, the sub-index for electricity, gas, steam, and air conditioning supply recorded a year-on-year decrease of 3.7%.
As for the main economic activities, the results showed a 11.5% year-on-year increase in the oil activities index and a 2.4% increase in the non-oil activities index.
It is noteworthy that the IPI is an economic indicator that reflects the relative changes in the volume of industrial production, based on data from the Industrial Production Survey. The survey is conducted on a sample of establishments operating in the targeted industrial activities, namely mining and quarrying, manufacturing, electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply, as well as water supply, sewerage, waste management, and remediation activities.
 

The General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) held a panel discussion titled “Pulse of Numbers: Statistical Data in the Service of Health” as part of “Road to Riyadh” events, with the participation of a distinguished group of leaders and experts from GASTAT, the Ministry of Health, the Public Health Authority, and the WHO Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean.
The session discussed the pivotal role of statistical data in supporting decision-making in the healthcare sector by enhancing the quality and reliability of health indicators, advancing data governance practices, and strengthening integration among relevant entities, thereby improving the efficiency of health planning. It also addressed the role of advanced technologies in developing health systems and improving data accessibility, as participants reviewed prominent experiences and practices in this field.
Participants also addressed investment in modern technologies and the qualitative leap it has achieved in health data analysis, as well as the role of artificial intelligence, which has become a key enabler in supporting data-driven healthcare decision-making.
Participants highlighted Saudi Arabia’s achievement of advanced levels of international recognition for the quality of its health data, noting that improvements in mortality data quality have contributed to increasing life expectancy. They also indicated that health data has helped reshape a more comprehensive understanding of the health status in Saudi Arabia through the integration of statistical data with administrative records, as well as the role of field surveys in achieving more accurate population representation.
It is noteworthy that this session is part of GASTAT’s efforts to highlight the statistical progress witnessed by Saudi Arabia under Saudi Vision 2030, as well as to enhance preparedness and coordination for hosting the 6th UNWDF 2026, scheduled to take place next November.

The General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) organizes a panel discussion titled “Pulse of Numbers: Statistical Data in the Service of Health” on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. The session is part of “Road to Riyadh” event series, organized in preparation for Saudi Arabia’s hosting of the 6th UNWDF, scheduled to take place in Riyadh next November.
This session is part of efforts to strengthen the role of statistical data in supporting the national healthcare system by enhancing the quality and reliability of health statistics and advancing data governance practices, thereby improving the efficiency of health-related decision-making and strengthening the sector’s ability to respond to emerging health challenges.
The session addresses several key themes, including the role of advanced technologies in shaping the future of healthcare, strengthening the measurement of health indicators to support sustainable development, and improving access to and governance of health data. The session features several leaders and experts, including Dr. Abdullah Mufreh Asiri, Dr. Abdulaziz Mohammed Al-Rabiah, Eng. Saad Abdulatif Alhuzami, Dr. Ada Mohammed Al-Qunaibet, Dr. Omar Saleh Aldibasi, and Dr. Arash Rashidian. The session is opened by Dr. Fatimah Al Waef, General Supervisor of Social Statistics at GASTAT, and moderated by Dr. Arwa Mohammed Alameenn, Director General of the General Department of Statistics and Information at the Ministry of Health.
It is noteworthy that this session is part of an integrated series of events including panel discussions, conferences, and workshops organized by GASTAT under “Road to Riyadh” events. These events aim to highlight the statistical advances underway in Saudi Arabia under Saudi Vision 2030 and to enhance coordination and readiness for hosting the Forum next November.
 

The General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) held a closing ceremony to celebrate the teams involved in the second round of Innovation Lab projects, acknowledging their hard work in creating statistical initiatives and projects that have helped improve institutional development and foster a culture of innovation in statistics.
During his opening remarks, the president of GASTAT, Fahad Aldossari, emphasized the importance of continuing to develop innovative initiatives and strengthening their role in advancing statistical work in a manner that supports decision-making.
It is noteworthy that GASTAT has launched a dedicated portal for receiving innovative ideas, enabling all those interested in official statistical work to submit their proposals and ideas via the following link:
https://www.stats.gov.sa/ar/innovation

The General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) has announced the list of teams qualified for the final stage of the Data Innovation Hackathon. The first phase, covering outreach and screening, was launched on 15 February, alongside the official website and the reception of executive summaries of ideas. The hackathon aims to empower innovators and experts to address challenges related to the collection and processing of national statistical data.
The list of qualified teams includes 16 teams out of a total of 132 participating teams, with 8 teams selected for the “Innovative data collection” track, leveraging non-traditional data sources, and 8 teams for the “Intelligent processing and classification” track through the application of artificial intelligence technologies.
The final results are expected to be announced on April 15, following the virtual judging of the presentations. GASTAT will host a ceremony to honor the winners and award prizes totaling SAR 75,000.
It is noteworthy that the Data Innovation Hackathon is part of “Road to Riyadh” series of events organized by GASTAT in preparation for hosting the 6th UNWDF next November. The initiative aims to highlight Saudi Arabia’s readiness and the significant statistical development it is witnessing under Saudi Vision 2030.