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Saeed Hamad Al Rubaie, Vice-Chancellor, University of Technology and Applied Sciences: Interview
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Interview: Saeed Hamad Al Rubaie Which strategies can Oman’s higher education institutions adopt to foster innovation and entrepreneurship among students? SAEED HAMAD AL RUBAIE: Higher education institutions must continuously evolve to meet the needs of an increasingly dynamic economy. The emphasis that Oman Vision 2040 places on economic diversification calls for an education system that nurtures…

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Khalfan Saeed Mubarak Al Shueili, Minister of Housing and Urban Planning: Interview
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Interview: Khalfan Saeed Mubarak Al Shueili What role does environmentally sustainable building design play in urban community development? KHALFAN SAEED MUBARAK AL SHUEILI: Environmental sustainability is a cornerstone of urban development. Under Oman National Spatial Strategy 2040, the interplay between urbanism and the environment has been prioritised, emphasising resilience to climate change.…

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Ahmed Akaak, CEO, Special Economic Zone at Duqm: Interview
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Interview: Ahmed Akaak To what extent can infrastructure development attract and sustain industrial investment? AHMED AKAAK: Globally competitive infrastructure is essential to attracting and sustaining industrial investment in Oman’s economic zones. For example, critical assets at Duqm include the multipurpose fisheries port, which features dedicated fisheries industrial complex housing processing…

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Harssha Shetty, CEO, Jindal Shadeed Iron & Steel: Interview
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Interview: Harssha Shetty What role is the iron and steel industry expected to play in Oman’s development and industrialisation? HARSSHA SHETTY: The iron and steel industry is pivotal to Oman’s economic development and industrialisation, aligning with Oman Vision 2040. Historically, manufacturing – specifically steel production – has been a catalyst for wealth creation. Steel is a crucial…

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Dawood Al Hadabi, CEO, Public Establishment for Industrial Estates: Interview
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Interview: Dawood Al Hadabi Which strategies is Oman using to enhance the competitiveness of its industrial areas? DAWOOD AL HADABI: The strategies being implemented are deeply integrated with the objectives outlined in Oman Vision 2040. This vision encompasses a comprehensive approach to diversifying the energy portfolio to reduce carbon emissions and the dependency on traditional sources like natural…

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Hamouda bin Musbah Al Alawi, Acting CEO, Oman Airports: Interview
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Interview: Hamouda bin Musbah Al Alawi In what ways has the sultanate’s geographic location affected its position within regional and global transport and logistics networks? HAMOUDA BIN MUSBAH AL ALAWI: Oman occupies a strategic location in the Gulf region, centrally positioned between east and west. Its proximity to Asia, Europe, the Middle East and North Africa facilitates relatively short travel…

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Said bin Hamood bin Said Al Maawali, Minister of Transport, Communications and IT: Interview
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Interview: Said bin Hamood bin Said Al Maawali How is the National Logistics Strategy 2040 progressing in terms of positioning the country as a key logistics centre for the region? SAID BIN HAMOOD BIN SAID AL MAAWALI: The sultanate of Oman’s long-term strategy for the transport sector is currently ahead of schedule. The aim is for the sector to contribute around 10% to the economy by 2040, and…

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Saud Hamoud Al Habsi, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources: Interview
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Interview: Saud Hamoud Al Habsi What are the key targets for agricultural production over the coming years, particularly in ensuring food security and reducing dependence on imports? SAUD HAMOUD AL HABSI: Oman’s agricultural strategy over the next five to 10 years prioritises strengthening food security by diversifying crop production, increasing livestock numbers and boosting aquaculture. Diversifying…

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Salim M Almahruqi, Minister of Heritage and Tourism: Interview
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Interview: Salim M Almahruqi Which strategies are being implemented to develop tourism following the Covid-19 pandemic? SALIM M ALMAHRUQI: Oman Vision 2040 guides policies in heritage preservation, job creation, capacity building and regional development. It forms the basis of the Oman National Tourism Strategy 2040, outlining sustainable tourism goals and priorities. The success of the khareef…

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Hashil Al Mahrouqi, CEO, Oman Tourism Development Company: Interview
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Interview: Hashil Al Mahrouqi How is Oman Vision 2040 shaping the direction of the tourism sector’s expansion? HASHIL AL MAHROUQI: Oman Vision 2040 has shaped the development of the tourism sector, contributing to a significant increase in arrivals in 2023 in comparison to the previous year. The results of this vision are evident in the growth of the industry’s contribution to GDP, higher occupancy…

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