Trade News

21 May 2026

Oman and the Netherlands sign an agreement on water management

The agreement aims to support joint efforts related to sustainability and water security.

20 May 2026

GCC and UK sign joint statement concluding free trade negotiations

The GCC Secretary General said the agreement will strengthen the economies of the UK and the GCC for generations to come.

19 May 2026

Oman Investment Authority records profits of OMR 3 billion

The Oman Investment Authority ranked third globally among sovereign wealth funds.

14 May 2026

Oman and India discuss activating free trade agreement

The meetings addressed technical areas linked to implementation mechanisms of the agreement.

12 May 2026

Agreement signed for electric vehicle project in Duqm

The project represents an entry point for developing an industrial ecosystem for the electric vehicle sector.

10 May 2026

Electronic payment transactions in Oman pass OMR 3 billion

Changes in consumer behaviour, expansion in commercial activity and increased purchasing power are behind the rise.

7 May 2026

Oman and UAE discuss economic cooperation

The meetings discussed cooperation in Special Economic Zones and Free Zones.

5 May 2026

Agreement signed for vehicle assembly centre in Khazaen Economic City

The project supports the objectives of Oman Vision 2040 to strengthen the economy in automotive and advanced technology sectors.

3 May 2026

Aquaculture sector in Oman growing rapidly

Investments in aquaculture projects reached nearly OMR 350 million by the end of 2025.

30 April 2026

Oman Logistics Day marked by investment agreements and initiatives

A Ministry of Transport event demonstrated that logistics is a key pillar of the national economy.

27 April 2026

Oman and Russia discuss enhancing economic cooperation

The meeting reviewed prospects for joint action, as well as promising investment opportunities.

27 April 2026

Oman and Somalia review cooperation and investment opportunities

The meeting took place as part of the official visit by Somalia’s Foreign Minister to Oman.

26 April 2026

Asyad Group acquires UK global logistics company

The acquisition extends Asyad Group’s diversified asset portfolio to 24 countries and 76 cities worldwide.

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.