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Muscat Daily
30-04-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Oman wins Best Country Pavilion award at ATM Dubai
Muscat – The Sultanate of Oman was awarded the Best Country Pavilion at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025 in Dubai, in recognition of its innovative design that reflected the country's cultural identity while incorporating modern elements. The award was received on Wednesday by H E Salem bin Mohammed al Mahrouqi, Minister of Heritage and Tourism. Anwar bin Saeed al Balushi, Director of the Tourism Events Department at the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, said the pavilion stood out for its blend of Omani authenticity with modern technology. 'The design was both innovative and rooted in heritage,' he said. He added that the pavilion drew a large number of visitors, attracted by the variety of tourism services and products offered by its sections. Oman concludes its participation in the 32nd edition of ATM on Thursday. This year's pavilion featured 37 tourism and hospitality companies and establishments, reflecting the country's growing appeal as a travel destination.
Muscat Daily
19-03-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Minister of Heritage and Tourism to address Shura Council
Muscat – H E Salem bin Mohammed al Mahrouqi, Minister of Heritage and Tourism, will deliver a statement before the Shura Council on Monday, March 24, during the eighth regular session of the second regular session of the Council's tenth term. The statement will focus on six critical themes relating to the development and management of Oman's heritage and tourism sectors, in line with Oman Vision 2040. The first theme will explore the Ministry's plans and programmes, including their alignment with national priorities and the upcoming eleventh five-year plan. The second section will provide an analysis of tourism spending during the current five-year plan, assessing the sector's growth and the impact of integrated tourism complex projects. The third axis will address the management and preservation of Oman's tangible cultural heritage, highlighting the sector's contribution to the national economy and outlining the Ministry's vision for future development. The fourth theme will focus on tourism sector management, discussing key projects aimed at boosting the sector's economic impact. In the fifth section, the Minister will discuss efforts to enhance Omanisation and develop a skilled national workforce in the heritage and tourism sectors. Finally, the sixth theme will cover the Ministry's cooperation with the Oman Tourism Development Company (Omran) and the private sector, highlighting investment opportunities and strategies for maximising local content in the sector. The session will be open to the public and attended by media representatives, ensuring wide community participation in the discussions.
