News & Event

The International Conference on Recent Developments in Geographic Information, organized by the Ministry of Education, concluded. Held under the patronage of HE Dr. Badr bin Hamoud Al-Kharusi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education for Education, the two-day event drew broad international and academic participation. It aimed to showcase the latest advancements in geographic information and geospatial technologies, while exploring ways to integrate them into education and various other sectors.

HE Dr. Badr bin Hamoud Al-Kharusi emphasized that geography is no longer merely a map to be studied; it has evolved to encompass modern applications, models, and technologies that integrate diverse fields of knowledge. He highlighted the importance of leveraging these areas to hone students' skills and develop their capabilities, as well as utilizing geographic data and technologies to anticipate the future and make information more accessible and efficient for various sectors.

He also recommended leveraging the conference’s outcomes and ideas to develop the second phase of the Sultanate of Oman’s digital educational atlas and considering the establishment of an Omani association dedicated to the application of geographic technologies for educational purposes.

The conference concluded with a number of recommendations, most notably: fostering integration and partnership among entities concerned with geographic data, academic institutions, and the private sector; stimulating research and innovation in modern geographic technologies; and developing specialized competencies and skills through advanced training programs.

The conference closing ceremony included honoring speakers and researchers in recognition of their scholarly contributions and the value they added to the sessions. Participating institutions in the accompanying exhibition were also honored in appreciation of their involvement and the experiences, solutions, and technologies they showcased, which reflected the diversity of the geographic information field and its modern applications.

Over the course of two days, the conference featured a diverse scientific program comprising specialized sessions, research papers, and scientific posters. Researchers and specialists from within the Sultanate of Oman and abroad participated, discussing the latest applications and technologies in geographic information. They also showcased experiences and research aimed at expanding the scope of utilizing spatial data in education, planning, and decision-making, thereby fostering knowledge building, and anticipating a future increasingly driven by data and modern technologies.