OCCI
Signs MoU with Uganda National Chamber

Muscat,
12 Oct 2026 (ONA) —Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) signed today a
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Uganda National Chamber of Commerce
and Industry.

The
memorandum aims to develop economic and trade relations between the two
countries, enhance cooperation between private sector institutions, encourage
trade and investment initiatives, build partnerships, and expand business
relations.

Fields
of cooperation include exchanging economic and trade information, data, and
reports, introducing markets and investment opportunities, encouraging direct
communication between business owners, organizing trade delegations,
participating in exhibitions and economic events, exchanging expertise in
foreign trade and export promotion, and providing facilities for visiting
delegations.

This
took place during a meeting in which Faisal Abdullah Al Rowas, Chairman of the
Board of Directors of Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry, received a
delegation from the Uganda National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, headed by
Karamagi Alpha Charles, currently visiting the Sultanate of Oman.

During
the meeting, ways to enhance trade and investment cooperation between the
Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Uganda were discussed, alongside
expanding partnerships between private sector institutions in both countries.

The
two sides discussed investment opportunities in the sectors of agriculture,
agro-processing, tourism, mining, and science, technology, and innovation, in
addition to introducing available opportunities in these fields and the
potential to establish joint projects and partnerships. The delegation reviewed
the incentives and facilities provided by their country to encourage investment
and attract investors to priority sectors.

Furthermore,
the two sides discussed preparing a joint action plan to activate the
Memorandum of Understanding, designating a focal point at each chamber to
follow up on implementation and coordination, and exchanging information on
prominent economic exhibitions and events in both countries. This will enable
business owners to explore participation opportunities, build direct trade
relations, and coordinate with relevant Omani authorities to enhance
partnership and cooperation prospects.

—Ends/AG