Oman
Hosts IMF Mission for Article IV Consultations

Muscat,
25 Oct 2026 (ONA) — The activities of this year’s International Monetary Fund
(IMF) staff mission began today in accordance with the requirements of Article
IV of the IMF Articles of Agreement, hosted by the Sultanate of Oman
represented by the Central Bank of Oman (CBO) and the Ministry of Finance,
running until 8 November.

This
visit follows the preparatory delegation visit conducted during the period from
7 to 15 June 2026.

During
this visit, the delegation will meet with a number of officials from the
Central Bank of Oman, the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Economy, the
National Centre for Statistics and Information, the Ministry of Labour, the Tax
Authority, and Oman Investment Authority, as well as a number of government
entities, representatives from the private and banking sectors, in addition to
several civil society organizations. Through these meetings, the Fund conducts
a comprehensive assessment of the economic and financial situation in the
Sultanate of Oman.

During
technical meetings, the IMF team will discuss with officials and specialists a
number of topics related to the latest macroeconomic developments and future
prospects, along with several subjects pertaining to fiscal and monetary
policies, financial sector development, structural reforms, and efforts to
achieve the targets of “Oman Vision 2040.” Key discussions focus on
economic diversification, public and private investments, job creation,
supporting private sector growth, and enhancing sustainability and resilience
against global developments.

These
consultations take place within the framework of the periodic dialogue between
the Sultanate of Oman and the International Monetary Fund, thereby
strengthening the exchange of expertise and views regarding economic
developments as well as future challenges and opportunities.

—Ends/AG