Second Saudi Statistics Forum 2026

The Saudi Statistics Forum – the first of its kind in the Kingdom – is a high-level national platform, launched by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) to promote cooperation and statistical integration at the national level, capacity development, and knowledge transfer. Building on the success of the first edition, held in April 2025, the second edition of the Forum will be held under the theme "Towards an Integrated Statistical Ecosystem " on the sidelines of the Sixth United Nations World Data Forum 2026. The forum is expected to bring together their Highnesses, Excellencies, ministers, heads and representatives of international organizations and statistical offices, local and international experts, decision makers in the statistical sector, and academics. The Forum will feature specialized sessions and an accompanying exhibition on 9 November 2026, with broad participation from a wide range of relevant local and international organizations.