ITA liaises with Regional and International organizations in matters related to ICT. It is the focal point of World Summit Information Society (WSIS) which is under auspices of the United Nations (UN).

The WSIS body was set up by the UN especially to oversee all ICT related issues in member countries and try to bridge the digital divide gap of member countries. As a focal point of WSIS, the office is responsible of the technical and logistic arrangements of Oman’s representation in WSIS events; conferences, workshops and exhibitions.

ITA publishes the ITA Digital Society Report for showcasing ITA projects and the Sultanate as a whole. The role of ITA is vital in monitoring international and regional publications reporting on Oman’s ICT status and undertakes activities to compile ICT Core Indicators under the WSIS - Geneva declaration of Principles, the Plan of Action for all member countries.

Project benefits

• Provides a structured reporting mechanism to International Agencies on ICT matters
• Compiles and publishes ICT core indicators which will help in planning and decision making
• Provides a comprehensive image about the level of ICT penetration and the use of technology within the Sultanate
• Bridges the digital divide by disseminating data online free for access
• Updates the Plan of Action database with IT projects from the Sultanate in line with WSIS action plan