Muscat to host first Governorates' Ambassadors Forum
Acting in cooperation with the General Secretariat of the Tender Board, the Governorate of Muscat will host the first "Governates' Ambassadors Forum" during May 20-22.
The event aims to strengthen institutional integration and exchange expertise among various government entities.
The forum will bring together specialists and professionals in project management and administrative governance from the offices of the governors across the Sultanate of Oman.
The forum seeks to establish effective communication channels between stakeholders, share best practices in contracts, tenders and project management; and support balanced development. It also aims to enhance governmental coordination at the governorate level while showcasing key projects implemented in Muscat.
The agenda includes an official opening ceremony, followed by sessions and workshops. On the second day, participants will conduct a field visit to observe vital projects in Muscat, bridging theoretical knowledge with practical application.
The forum will conclude on the third day with the presentation of working papers by experts from Muscat Governorate and the General Secretariat of the Tender Board. — ONA
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