Road to Riyadh in Preparation for Hosting the UN World Data Forum 2026
Date: 03 December 2025

The General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia launched the “Road to Riyadh” knowledge journey as part of the preparations for hosting the 6th United Nations World Data Forum (UNWDF 2026), scheduled to take place in Riyadh between 9 and 12 November 2026.

“Road to Riyadh” includes a series of panel discussions, virtual seminars, and workshops aimed at supporting awareness-raising and technical engagement on key topics related to data, statistics, and sustainable development in the lead-up to the Forum.

Further information on this announcement is available through the following official channels:

Within the framework of the “Road to Riyadh” program, SESRIC and GASTAT will also jointly organize an event titled “Fostering Partnerships Within Statistical Ecosystems” on the margins of the 15th Session of the OIC Statistical Commission in Jeddah. The date and venue will be announced in due course, and further details will be made available on the SESRIC and GASTAT websites.