Trade News

22 April 2026

Oman–UAE railway link 40% complete

Construction is progressing rapidly across several strategic locations along the project route.

21 April 2026

OMR 1.9 billion OMR invested in food security

The Ministry of Agricultural, Fisheries and Water Resources is working to strengthen food security in cooperation with various partners.

19 April 2026

IMF predicts strong economic outlook for Oman

The International Monetary Fund says that Oman’s economy will grow by 3.5 % in 2026.

16 April 2026

Oman–Botswana partnership launches with 500 MW solar power plant

The project is the first initiative under the investment cooperation framework between Oman and Botswana.

14 April 2026

President of Botswana visits Sohar Port and Freezone

The President was briefed on the port and the integrated freezone linking business with regional and global markets.

11 April 2026

Foreign direct investment in Oman exceeds OMR 31 billion

Foreign direct investment grew by 8.1 per cent by the end of 2025.

8 April 2026

Meeting discusses economic cooperation between Oman and Libya

The meeting discussed industrial cooperation, attracting investments and the establishment of joint industrial projects.

5 April 2026

Oman Investment Authority achieves exceptional performance

The results place OIA among the top three to five funds globally in terms of annual performance.

2 April 2026

Oman handling company to launch operations in Tanzania

The launch will be a milestone in the company’s drive to achieve international expansion and access promising new markets.

1 April 2026

Oman-Belarus Business Forum to strengthen economic and trade cooperation

The Forum will explore joint investment opportunities in several key sectors.

29 March 2026

Oman at World Trade Organization Ministerial Conference

The conference focused on several key issues, including reform of the World Trade Organization.

25 March 2026

Oman climbs 19 places on 2026 Index of Economic Freedom

The Index of Economic Freedom documents the positive relationship between economic freedom and a range of social and economic goals.

18 March 2026

Agreement signed on astronomical observatories

The project involves hosting astronomical observatories and ground stations dedicated to space communications and satellite tracking.

16 March 2026

New Swift service for financial sector in Oman

Swift will connect Oman to a global network of more than 11,000 financial institutions in more than 200 countries.

11 March 2026

Special Economic Zones and Free Zones provide a safe investment environment

The Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones confirms that all operations are proceeding normally.

9 March 2026

Oman expands renewable energy projects to strengthen energy security and sustainability

Renewable energy projects support the transition towards a sustainable economy, in line with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040.

3 March 2026

Agreement signed to establish integrated tourism complex in Al Qurum, Muscat

The project supports investment in the tourism sector and added value in Muscat Governorate.

26 February 2026

Ceremony marks arrival of Tamayuz energy sector trainees

The programme demonstrates a commitment to preparing qualified national cadres for the energy sector.