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From the legacy of Port Sultan Qaboos in Muscat, once the beating heart of Oman’s maritime trade, to the emergence of SOHAR Port and Freezone, Al Duqm’s energy and hydrogen ambitions and...

There are moments when policy, confidence and purpose align to change an economy’s trajectory. Oman is experiencing such a moment. On August 31, 2025 in the Wilayat of Salalah, Dhofar Governorate,...

In a world where trade routes are being redrawn and climate imperatives are reshaping economies, Oman is stepping forward not just as a transit point but as pioneering architect of the future. With...

For more than half a century, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) economies have thrived on a legacy where hydrocarbons fuelled state-building and the creation of modern infrastructure. This...

In today's fast-moving global economy, Sovereign Wealth Funds (SWFs) have become more than just financial investors. These state-owned investment vehicles are now key tools for a nation's...

Oman stands at a pivotal juncture in its economic journey—a moment that demands bold, strategic decisions to shape long-term prosperity. For decades, the nation’s growth was anchored by its...

As global markets shift and geopolitical dynamics evolve, Oman and the People’s Republic of China have steadily forged a partnership that exemplifies strategic foresight, economic complementarity,...

Oman is moving forward with confidence in its economic journey—one that is full of promise, transformation, and global opportunity. At the heart of this transformation is foreign direct investment,...

Oman's economic landscape is undergoing a profound transformation guided by Vision 2040, the Sultanate of Oman’s strategic roadmap towards a diversified, knowledge-driven economy. Central to this...

Moody’s recent upgrade of the Sultanate of Oman’s credit rating from Ba1 to Baa3, with a stable outlook, marks a major turning point in our economic journey. It is more than just a rating change...

The contours of global commerce are being redefined by collaborations among nations in the Global South, forging innovative pathways for mutual growth and development. Within this transformative...

Oman stands at a pivotal crossroads, where global energy dynamics, regional instability, and long-term economic aspirations intersect. As geopolitical risks in the Strait of Hormuz amplify...

The recent unveiling of the Al Rawdah Special Economic Zone (SEZ) signals more than just a new development zone. It represents a turning point in Oman’s economic journey—an ambitious,...

The Sultanate of Oman and the Italian Republic are leveraging deep historical and diplomatic connections to cultivate a dynamic economic partnership. Rooted in ancient trade routes and centuries of...

Oman's real estate sector is undergoing a dynamic transformation, playing a crucial role in the nation's economic growth. The sector's evolution has positioned it as a cornerstone of Oman's economic...

Oman's strategic development of its non-oil sectors, particularly the creative industry, mirrors a wider Middle Eastern trend of leveraging the creative economy for growth. This industry, which relies...

Oman and Iran, bound by deep historical and cultural ties, are steadily strengthening their economic relationship. This enduring connection, built on a foundation of stable diplomacy, is paving the...

The Sultanate of Oman and the Kingdom of Spain share a relationship marked by growing economic cooperation, building on a foundation of strong diplomatic ties. While the economic partnership is still...

As the global community grapples with intricate sustainability challenges, the Sultanate of Oman is charting a distinctive course rooted in the transformative principles of the circular economy....

Strategically positioned at the crossroads of major global trade routes, Oman is embarking on an ambitious connectivity revolution that promises to transform its economic landscape. The Sultanate of...