The National Data Agency of South Korea is set to enhance cooperation with Kazakhstan in the fields of data and statistics. The two countries have agreed to share experiences in artificial intelligence (AI), big data, and the use of administrative data to digitize statistical production processes and strengthen statistical capabilities.
On September 14, the National Data Agency announced that it signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Kazakhstan's Statistics Committee at the Daejeon Government Complex. This initiative aims to establish a practical foundation for cooperation in data and statistics as relations between the two countries expand in conjunction with the Korea-Central Asia Summit.
The signing ceremony was attended by Ahn Hyung-jun, head of the National Data Agency, and Makhsat Turlubayev, head of Kazakhstan's Statistics Committee, along with officials from both organizations.
Through this MOU, the two agencies will collaborate on the digitalization of statistical production processes and share case studies on the use of administrative data, big data, and AI. They also plan to exchange statistical methodologies and the latest trends, as well as conduct training visits, bilateral meetings, and seminars to enhance their capabilities.
The National Data Agency intends to support Kazakhstan's statistical modernization by sharing South Korea's innovative experiences and best practices in the data and statistics sector. This effort is also aimed at assisting Kazakhstan in strengthening its statistical capabilities in line with international standards and preparing for its membership in the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
Ahn Hyung-jun stated, "This MOU signifies the development of practical outcomes in the data and statistics field as a result of the Korea-Central Asia Summit. We will actively share South Korea's statistical innovation experiences using various data and new technologies, including administrative data, big data, and AI, to assist Kazakhstan in its statistical modernization."
Makhsat Turlubayev expressed appreciation for South Korea's experience in developing official statistics and hopes that this MOU will lead to expanded practical cooperation between the two agencies in utilizing various data and advancing statistical systems.
Previously, the National Data Agency has signed MOUs with the statistics agencies of Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan, expanding its network of cooperation in the data and statistics field with Central Asian countries. It is also pursuing official development assistance (ODA) projects with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to enhance statistical capabilities in Central Asia.
With this MOU, the National Data Agency aims to strengthen the foundation for statistical cooperation with key Central Asian countries and lead regional data and statistical collaboration, thereby enhancing South Korea's international standing and influence.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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