IMF Mission Begins
Meetings in Oman

Muscat, 9 Nov (ONA) — Meetings of
the International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission for this year (2025) began today,
in accordance with the requirements of Article IV of the IMF’s Articles of
Agreement. The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Central Bank of Oman (CBO)
and the Ministry of Finance, is hosting the mission, which will continue until 24
November 2025. This visit follows a preparatory visit by the mission from 21 to
29 May 2025.

During this visit, the mission will
meet with officials from government entities, representatives from the private
and banking sectors, civil society organizations, and academic institutions.

Through these meetings, the IMF will
conduct a comprehensive assessment of the economic and financial situation in
the Sultanate of Oman. During the technical meetings, the IMF team will discuss
a number of topics with officials and experts related to the latest
macroeconomic developments and future prospects, as well as several issues
concerning fiscal and monetary policies, financial sector development,
structural reforms, and efforts to achieve the goals of Oman Vision 2040. The
main discussions will focus on economic diversification, job creation,
supporting private sector growth, and enhancing sustainability and resilience
in the face of global developments.

Based on the findings of its visit,
the IMF delegation will issue a press release summarizing the visit and its key
outcomes. It will also submit a detailed report on the Sultanate of Oman’s
economic and financial situation to the IMF Executive Board.

— Ends/Khalid