-- Muscat: Invest Oman has announced the launch of the first ‘Advantage Oman Forum’ scheduled to take place Sunday 27 and Monday 28 April 2025 at the St. Regis Al Mouj Muscat Resort. The invitation-only two-day event will bring together senior government officials and business leaders from around the world to explore the new and emerging opportunities of Oman’s dynamic investment landscape and delve into the global trends shaping the next waves of possibilities for the country’s key sectors. Strategic partners and sponsors of the highly exclusive gathering are the Ministry of Heritage & Tourism and Bank Sohar.
Commenting on the launch, His Excellency Qais Al Yousuf, Minister of Commerce, Industry & Investment Promotion (MoCIIP) said: “In Q3 2024, foreign direct investment (FDI) in Oman rose by an impressive 16.2% compared to the same period in 2023. S&P Global Ratings has moved our credit rating up to BBB- with a stable outlook and GDP is projected to rise by 3.4% this year, better than the predicted performance of many major economies. The Omani Rial is ranked the third strongest currency in the world in 2025. These developments underscore Oman’s strong economic fundamentals and our potential for impact-oriented investors as we work towards the goals of Oman Vision 2040 and our 2050 Net Zero target under the wise leadership of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik. The timely Advantage Oman Forum presents a splendid showcase for the prospects flourishing in this new and renewed Renaissance and offers an exceptional platform for us to explore fresh avenues to enhance our sustained growth and sustainable development.”
Responsible for all aspects of the Advantage Oman Forum is the Invest Oman team led by Her Excellency Ibtisam Al Farooji, MoCIIP Undersecretary for Investment Promotion who underlined the importance of the forum saying: “Investment in Oman is up even when FDI globally dipped by 8% in 2024. While we are immensely proud of this achievement, there is no room for complacency. Invest Oman is being proactive in making sure the world keeps its focus on the attractions of our diversifying economy. On top of this, we are working to make sure we are future-ready, harnessing every new opportunity emerging from Oman’s natural and strategic advantages. The Advantage Oman Forum is part of this drive and with it we are preparing to meet the evolving needs of global investors, developing consequential long-term partnerships and positioning Oman as a premier investment destination for years to come.”
From one-on-one discussions with high-profile public and private sector leaders to impactful panels with cross-sector interest and value led by inspirational thinkers and change-makers, the Advantage Oman Forum will prioritize cultivating meaningful relationships and engaging in purposeful exchange with themes covering the megatrends shaping tomorrow’s world and altering the landscape of business and governance; the dynamics of risk-taking; ensuring a sustainable and resilient future for all; stepping beyond certainty; differentiation in competitive markets and more.
Amongst the high-powered international speakers joining the forum are: Michelle Karavias, Managing Director & Head, Industry Research, Fitch Solutions; Yusuff Ali, Founder, LuLu Group; HE Mohammed Al Sowaidi, CEO, Qatar Investment Authority; Richard Quest, Editor-at-Large, CNN Business; and Dr. Florian Klein, Founder and Managing Director, Center for the Long View, Deloitte.
With an impactful development policy guiding sustainable growth, Oman complements its natural assets and competitive advantages with an ecosystem of investor-friendly legislation and world-class infrastructure to create a dynamic and robust economic environment built on Renewable Energy, Logistics, Manufacturing, Mining, Agri-food and Tourism. Key supporting sectors include the Circular Economy, Education, Healthcare and ICT.
Invest Oman is dedicated to helping investors make the most of the wealth of opportunities the Sultanate of Oman presents. It offers an extensive portfolio of support services and expert assistance to help ensure every investor gets maximum value from being part of Oman’s growing and ambitious economy. Covering all stages of the investment journey including expansion into export markets, the Invest Oman team works to ensure that the business requirements are fully addressed while also facilitating connections to the sector resources available in Oman.
To find out more about the Advantage Oman Forum, its speakers and themes, visit the official website: https://advantageoman.om/
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