Oman,
Qatar Explore Strengthening Trade Exchange

Muscat,
25 May (ONA) — Qais Mohammed Al Yousef, Minister of Commerce, Industry, and
Investment Promotion, today received Dr. Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Sayed, Minister
of State for Foreign Trade of the State of Qatar, at the “Invest Oman”
lounge to discuss enhancing trade and investment exchange between the two countries.

The
meeting reviewed the growing economic relations between Oman and Qatar and
explored ways to strengthen joint cooperation in commercial and investment fields.
This aims to achieve mutual benefits and contribute to advancing economic
development in both nations.

During
the visit, several visual presentations were delivered, including an overview
of the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion’s mandates, an
introduction to the “Invest Oman” platform, and a showcase of the
Ministry’s strategic partnerships and overseas offices. Additionally,
investment opportunities available through the Ministry of Housing and Urban
Planning were highlighted.

The
Qatari delegation toured various sections of the “Invest Oman” lounge
and examined the integrated services it provides to local and international
investors. Designed as a unified window, the facility helps expedite procedures
and offers an attractive, investment-friendly environment.

The
meeting also featured a detailed presentation on Oman’s investment incentives,
the “Investor Residency” program, and the facilities available in
special economic zones and free zones, which serve as key pillars for
attracting investors to Oman.

The
meeting was attended by Dr. Saleh Said Masan, Undersecretary of the Ministry of
Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion for Commerce and Industry, Ibtisam
Ahmed Al Farooji, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and
Investment Promotion for Investment Promotion, Sheikh Jassim Abdulrahman Al Thani,
Qatar’s Ambassador to Oman and several officials from both sides.

—Ends/AG