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In June 2007, the Qatar Statistics Authority (QSA) was created as a
new independent agency, replacing the Planning Council’s Statistics
Department. While the QSA is the official national statistical
agency, other government agencies also produce official statistics
(Qatar Central Bank, Ministry of Finance, Interior, and others). The
national statistical system (NSS) thus includes all the official
statistical programs collectively for the State of Qatar.
The QSA has developed this National
Strategy for the Development of Statistics (NSDS) for the purpose of
strengthening statistical capacity across the entire Qatari NSS. The
NSDS objectives are consistent with the State of Qatar’s national
development policy and goals. The NSDS follows international
standards and addresses all statistical aspects including data
collection, analysis, dissemination and use, from censuses, surveys
and administrative systems, as well as mechanisms for coordination
and consultation.
The NSDS work builds upon various
initiatives already in place, including earlier assessments, local
and regional workshops, and data production initiatives (for
example, the International Monetary Fund's General Data
Dissemination System). Early in the launching phase for the NSDS in
Qatar, important commitments were achieved toward national
ownership, independence of statistics, focus on demand, and an
integrated approach encompassing all aspects of the system and
taking into account all stakeholders. These commitments were
achieved through successful advocacy and consultation, and
high-level political support. The development of the NSDS also
included defining the legal and institutional framework.
Statistics Authority, Summary of Achievements and Next Steps
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