Commerce
Minister Discusses Strengthening Economic Relations with US Officials

Muscat,
23 Apr (ONA) — Qais Mohammed Al Yousef, Minister of Commerce, Industry, and
Investment Promotion, met today in Muscat, with Bryant Trick, Assistant U.S.
Trade Representative(AUSTR) forEurope and the Middle East
and Jason Pontin, Director of European and Middle Eastern Affairs at the Office
of the U.S. Trade Representative. The meeting aimed to enhance economic and
trade relations between the Sultanate of Oman and the United States of America.

During
the meeting, discussions focused on ways to develop trade and investment cooperation
between the two countries, as well as exploring promising opportunities across
various sectors, in line with the priorities of Oman Vision 2040 and the
economic diversification strategies of the Sultanate of Oman.

The
discussions also addressed ways to benefit from the free trade agreements
between the two countries, mechanisms to facilitate trade, boost exports, and
encourage high-value investments that enhance the competitiveness of the Omani
market at both regional and international levels.

Qais
Al Yousef emphasized the depth of the Omani-American partnership and Oman’s
keenness to develop its trade relations with the United States. He welcomed
increased engagement from the U.S. private sector in the Omani market and
highlighted the investment advantages offered by the Sultanate of Oman. He also
stressed the importance of continued dialogue to expand cooperation in trade
and investment.

This
meeting is part of a series of bilateral engagements aimed at strengthening communication,
exchanging expertise, and supporting sustainable economic partnerships that
serve the mutual interests of both countries.

The
meeting was attended by Ana Escrogima, Ambassador of the United States
of American to the Sultanate of Oman.

—Ends/AG