24-03-2025
Oman's chamber of commerce reviews tourism plans
Muscat – The Tourism Committee of the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) held its first meeting of the year via videoconference on Sunday, focusing on key initiatives under the 2025 and 2026 action plan.
Chaired by Siham bint Ahmed al Harthy, the meeting reviewed efforts to enhance the business environment, support economic diversification, and promote tourism investment across Oman's governorates.
Siham highlighted the committee's role in strengthening the tourism sector through collaboration. Members discussed participation in the Second Oman Desert Tourism Forum and proposed integrating the Tour of Oman cycling championship to expand the event's appeal.
Plans were also explored for a mobile tourism workshop in Russia, following promotional efforts in Berlin and Taiwan. The decision was driven by growing interest in Omani tourism from Russia and Belarus.
The committee reviewed the outcomes of the first Tourism Investment Forum held in 2023 and called for its periodic organisation with an expanded scope to attract global investors and offer incentives to major companies.
To support localisation, members proposed a discussion panel for stakeholders, employers, and jobseekers to address employment challenges in the sector. Training programmes were also recommended to develop national talent.
The meeting reaffirmed OCCI's commitment to positioning Oman as a sustainable tourism destination in the world.
