The Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) participated with a business delegation in the fifth Arab-Italian Business Forum in Milan, Italy. The aim of this participation is to strengthen the presence of the private sector of Oman in international economic forums, utilize opportunities to expand trade and investment cooperation, and create effective partnerships with Italian institutions and companies.
Leadership of the Omani Delegation
This delegation was led by Engineer Said Ali Al Abri, a board member of the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the head of the OCCI branch in North Al Batinah Governorate. Al Abri explained that the selection of the Sultanate of Oman as a guest of honor at this Forum is an important opportunity to introduce Oman’s economic and investment capabilities, its attractive business environment, and supportive facilities in the country. Additionally, this opportunity helps to highlight the promising sectors and opportunities available for Italian investors.
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Specialized Panels and Investment Opportunities
During the Forum, a discussion panel titled "Italy and the Sultanate of Oman: Strengthening Mutual Economic Growth through Strategic Partnerships and Innovative Approaches" was held. This panel examined the investment environment in the Sultanate of Oman as well as the opportunities and competitive advantages available in special economic zones and free zones. One of the key topics of this session was enhancing investment in the health sector in the Sultanate of Oman.
On the sidelines of the Omani delegation's participation in this Forum, the delegation held a series of bilateral meetings with Italian companies specialized in the fields of infrastructure, aviation, pharmaceuticals, and advanced technologies. These meetings aimed to introduce investment opportunities in the Sultanate of Oman and explore ways of cooperation and partnership with the private sector of Italy.
The participating delegation included representatives from the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, the Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones, the Ministry of Health, the Oman Investment Authority, and several economic activists. This participation reflects Oman’s determination and will to develop international cooperation and attract foreign investments in line with the country's economic advancement.
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