Qatar and Oman discuss ways to strengthen trade, investment cooperation
Tribune News Network
Doha
Minister of State for Foreign Trade Affairs at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry HEDr. Ahmed bin Mohammed Al-Sayed metQais bin Mohammed Al Yousef, Minister of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion of the Sultanate of Oman.
The meeting took place on the sidelines of H.E. Dr. Al-Sayed's official visit to the Sultanate of Oman, leading a high-level Qatari trade and investment delegation that included representatives from public and private sector institutions.
The two sides reviewed the growing economic relations between Qatar and Oman and discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in trade and investment, serving mutual interests and supporting economic development in both countries.
As part of the visit, HE Dr. Al-Sayed also met with Sheikh Dr. Ali bin Masoud Al Sunaidy, Chairman of the Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones in Oman. Discussions focused on areas of cooperation in developing free zones and exchanging expertise on creating investment-attractive business environments.
His Excellency and the accompanying delegation toured the 'Invest Oman' Hall, where they were briefed on the integrated services provided to local and international investors. The delegation also visited the Oman Investment Authority and was introduced to the projects and initiatives it oversees.
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