The Sultanate of Oman, representing the Oman Products Exhibition Promotion Team (OPEX), is participating for the first time in the SIAL Paris 2026 exhibition in France with a national pavilion that brings together four government entities alongside seven Omani food industry companies.
Purpose of Participation
This participation aims to showcase the quality of national products, expand their presence in global markets, and create new opportunities for trade and export growth.
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Ahmed Mohammed Al-Araimi, the Sultanate of Oman's ambassador to the French Republic, emphasized that the Omani national pavilion at SIAL Paris represents the country's desire to strengthen its economic and commercial footprint in international arenas. He stated, "This participation expands avenues for cooperation and partnership with friendly countries, especially France, with which Oman has deep historical ties based on mutual respect and common interests."
Opportunities for Cooperation and Development
Al-Araimi also noted that Oman's presence at this major international platform provides an opportunity to strengthen the solid relations between Oman and France and develop economic, commercial, and investment partnerships, especially in the food sector. He added, "This pavilion allows national producers to showcase Oman's advanced production capabilities and highlight the quality and competitiveness of Omani products."
Engineer Dawood Salem Al-Hadabi, CEO of the Public Authority for Industrial Estates (Madayn) and head of the OPEX team, announced that the Omani national pavilion at SIAL Paris is a significant milestone in OPEX's ongoing efforts to expand international promotional activities and diversify export markets. He emphasized the importance of increasing food production in Oman and supporting local producers, stating, "These figures reflect the growth of the food industries in Oman and the importance of accessing international markets."
Participation in SIAL Paris 2026 provides Omani companies with the opportunity to familiarize themselves with global food industry trends and advance in product innovation, sustainable production, and packaging. This exhibition allows Omani companies to access European and international markets and establish direct connections with global trade entities, investors, and industry experts.
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