Oman-India Forum Unlocks New Economic Opportunities: What This Means for Investors and Entrepreneurs in Oman
NEW DELHI, SEPTEMBER 13 — In a significant move to enhance its international economic relations and advance the diversification goals of Oman Vision 2040, the Sultanate of Oman, through the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion and its representation by Invest Oman, took part in the FICCI LEADS 2025 Forum held in New Delhi. This high-profile event convened prominent business leaders and global experts to deliberate on critical topics such as global trade, the green economy, innovation, and emerging technologies including artificial intelligence.
Within this framework, Invest Oman hosted the “Advantage Oman — India” Business Dialogue, a focused roundtable gathering leading investors and executives from top Indian companies. The discussion centered on priority sectors for both nations, notably mining, pharmaceuticals, and real estate development. The objective was to highlight Oman’s attractive investment prospects and to strengthen economic and trade cooperation between Muscat and New Delhi.
The dialogue provided a valuable platform for direct engagement between Omani and Indian business communities, fostering opportunities for partnerships and joint ventures that serve mutual interests. The Omani delegation underscored the Sultanate’s key competitive advantages, such as its strategic geographic position, sustained political stability, major development projects underway, and a broad array of incentives designed to enhance the investment climate.
Ibtisam bint Ahmed Al Faroojiyah, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion for Investment Promotion, emphasized that organizing this dialogue demonstrates Oman’s dedication to deepening economic ties with India. She noted that the event was an ideal venue for engaging with Indian business leaders and showcasing Oman as a compelling destination for high-value investments. “Oman offers a competitive investment environment supported by government facilitation and strategic projects that open broad horizons for sustainable growth,” she affirmed.
Pankaj Kanaksi Gokaldas Khimji, Adviser for External Trade and International Cooperation at the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, highlighted Oman’s commitment to building strategic partnerships with India. He described the dialogue as a crucial step toward expanding cooperation with the Indian business sector and emphasizing Oman’s competitive advantages that foster business growth and collaborative investments.
The “Advantage Oman – India” Business Dialogue is part of a broader series of international promotional efforts led by the Sultanate, aimed at solidifying its role as a regional investment hub and forming robust economic partnerships with global markets. India is recognized as a key strategic partner across several vital sectors.
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Oman’s proactive engagement with India through initiatives like the “Advantage Oman – India” Business Dialogue underscores Oman’s strategic push to diversify its economy and attract high-value investments. For businesses, this connectivity opens new avenues in mining, pharmaceuticals, and real estate, while smart investors should capitalize on Oman’s competitive advantages including its geographic location, stability, and government incentives. As Oman strengthens economic ties with a major global partner, entrepreneurs and investors must consider leveraging this momentum to foster joint ventures and innovation-driven growth in line with Oman Vision 2040.
