Oman’s Pavilion Showcases Commercial, Cultural Identity to Visitors of Algiers International Fair

Algiers, 26 Jun (ONA) — The Sultanate of Oman’s pavilion
at the 56th Algiers International Fair (where Oman serves as a Guest of Honour)
stands out for its stunning design and features exhibiting Oman’s economic and
cultural identity and a broad range of unique items that appeal to the visitors.

The Omani pavilion showcases the products of 60 companies
operating in pharmaceutical, transport, electrical, real estate, fisheries,
tourism, food, and handicrafts sectors.

In particular, Oman’s cultural aspect is highlighted through the gallery
that showcases Al Aqar neighbourhood (in Nizwa) that has been renovated to
become a tourist attraction linked to the historical Nizwa Fort, the old capital
of the Sultanate of Oman, Nizwa, once famous for being a hub for the traditional
Omani sweets industry.

Mahmoud Suleiman Al Yazidi, Head of the Export Promotion
Department at the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, said
that, after the Sultanate of Oman was selected as the Guest of Honour at the
Algiers International Fair, emphasis was laid on devising a comprehensive
vision that reflects Omani identity in all economic, cultural and service
aspects.

Al Yazidi told Oman News Agency (ONA) that the Omani pavilion
occupies an area of 900 square metres and includes special galleries for
government departments, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), large companies
and craftsmen.

He pointed out that the pavilion was designed as an
integrated Omani village, featuring some landmarks that bear significance from
the local environment and a host of components that inspire visitors to
appreciate the depth of Omani civilization, history and heritage.

Al Yazidi explained that the pavilion’s designs were
supervised by “Oman Exports Initiative” team, thus offering a symbolic gesture to open
up new vistas for Omani products around the world and chart out a path for Omani
exporters in their bids to explore target markets.

The vitality of the Omani pavilion is further underscored by
the strong presence of an Omani folklore band, which keeps performing national
songs that reflect the Sultanate of Oman’s artistic and cultural heritage.

— Ends/Bishara