emirates7 - Digital Dubai recently hosted the Dubai Data and Statistics Partners Forum, themed "Together On A Journey Toward A Data-Driven Future," highlighting the importance of collaboration in unlocking the full potential of data in the digital age. The event gathered data leaders and champions from government agencies and over 100 private sector companies.
At the forum, the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment unveiled its new strategy, showcased successful initiatives completed with its partners, and discussed future projects aligned with Dubai's digital transformation objectives. The event also recognized the contributions of both government and private entities, honoring their efforts to make data a fundamental element of digital transformation and future innovation, supported by artificial intelligence.
Younus Al Nasser, Chief Executive of the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment, emphasized the importance of partnerships, stating, "Data and statistics are crucial to the city's digital growth and AI progress. Dubai’s model showcases the strength of collaboration between government and private sector entities to a shared vision for the future."
Afaf Buosaiba, CEO of Data & Statistics Operations, highlighted the success of collaborative projects, noting they demonstrate the transformative potential of cooperation. This collaboration is paving the way for Dubai to become a global digital capital, leveraging data for the benefit of all sectors. She expressed confidence that this momentum will continue to drive advancements in achieving the city’s long-term goals.
Sara Al Zarooni, Director of Data and Statistics Planning and Governance, emphasized that data now forms the backbone of decision-making and strategy implementation. She reaffirmed the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment’s commitment to using city data effectively in planning and development processes.
The forum aimed to strengthen partnerships, provide updates on ongoing initiatives, and explore innovative ways to harness data for sustainable development in Dubai. A special segment recognized partner contributions, encouraging continued collaboration in future data-driven projects. The event also featured a Partners’ Discussion and Feedback session, which addressed key challenges in data and statistics, explored solutions, and celebrated successful partnerships to support Dubai’s evolution as a leading digital city.
At the forum, the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment unveiled its new strategy, showcased successful initiatives completed with its partners, and discussed future projects aligned with Dubai's digital transformation objectives. The event also recognized the contributions of both government and private entities, honoring their efforts to make data a fundamental element of digital transformation and future innovation, supported by artificial intelligence.
Younus Al Nasser, Chief Executive of the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment, emphasized the importance of partnerships, stating, "Data and statistics are crucial to the city's digital growth and AI progress. Dubai’s model showcases the strength of collaboration between government and private sector entities to a shared vision for the future."
Afaf Buosaiba, CEO of Data & Statistics Operations, highlighted the success of collaborative projects, noting they demonstrate the transformative potential of cooperation. This collaboration is paving the way for Dubai to become a global digital capital, leveraging data for the benefit of all sectors. She expressed confidence that this momentum will continue to drive advancements in achieving the city’s long-term goals.
Sara Al Zarooni, Director of Data and Statistics Planning and Governance, emphasized that data now forms the backbone of decision-making and strategy implementation. She reaffirmed the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment’s commitment to using city data effectively in planning and development processes.
The forum aimed to strengthen partnerships, provide updates on ongoing initiatives, and explore innovative ways to harness data for sustainable development in Dubai. A special segment recognized partner contributions, encouraging continued collaboration in future data-driven projects. The event also featured a Partners’ Discussion and Feedback session, which addressed key challenges in data and statistics, explored solutions, and celebrated successful partnerships to support Dubai’s evolution as a leading digital city.