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Muscat Daily
4 days ago
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Oman begins surveys to gauge awareness of local content policies
Muscat – The National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI), in partnership with the Projects, Tenders and Local Content Authority, is beginning two public opinion surveys from Sunday to assess community and institutional awareness of local content. The surveys target two groups: The general public and employees in public and private sectors. The initiative supports Oman Vision 2040's goals to increase local value addition and strengthen the national economy. Running until August 27, the surveys aim to evaluate knowledge of local content concepts and measure engagement with policies promoting national products and services. They will also examine factors influencing the preference for Omani goods and identify challenges faced by individuals and institutions in applying local content strategies. The first survey involves men and women aged 18 and above, assessing awareness of local content principles such as employing Omani nationals, using local goods and services, transferring knowledge, and investing in national assets. It will also explore preferences for Omani products, sources of information on local content, and willingness to pay a premium for national products of equal quality. The second survey targets Omani workers in supply, manufacturing, distribution and marketing sectors. It will investigate the extent to which their organisations implement local content policies, purchasing priorities, challenges in working with small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and benefits realised in organisational performance and sales. Mahfouz bin Salem al Mashrafi, Director of the Public Opinion Measurement Department at NCSI, said, 'These surveys are a crucial step in providing decision-makers with reliable data on the status and challenges of local content in Oman, at both individual and institutional levels.' He is of the opinion that the results will support economic empowerment, encourage national consumption, and enhance the role of SMEs in supply chains, aligning with Oman Vision 2040's aim to build a sustainable and diversified economy. The findings are expected to deliver precise indicators to guide national initiatives, direct investments, and formulate policies that strengthen Oman's economy by relying on local human and institutional capabilities.
Muscat Daily
29-07-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Omani govt delegation reviews Dhofar industrial growth
Salalah – A joint delegation from Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion; the Projects, Tenders and Local Content Authority; and Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry conducted a field visit to several factories in Dhofar on Monday as part of ongoing efforts to support industrial development and enhance local content. The visit included industries within Salalah Free Zone, Madayn and Dhofar Industrial Zone. Officials reviewed production processes, discussed key achievements, and explored areas for development and innovation across various manufacturing sectors. The delegation held discussions with factory representatives to understand existing challenges, identify growth opportunities, and explore mechanisms to enhance collaboration between the public and private sectors. The visit aligned with objectives of the National Industrial Strategy and aimed to increase local added value in the manufacturing sector, the ministry stated. Khalid bin Salim al Qassabi, Director General of Industry at Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, said such field visits provide an opportunity for direct dialogue with factory owners and workers. 'These visits help us understand the realities on the ground, listen to the concerns of manufacturers, and identify practical solutions that promote industrial networking and growth.'
Observer
14-07-2025
- Business
- Observer
Tenders Authority forum empowers entrepreneurs
MUSCAT: The Projects, Tenders and Local Content Authority on Monday organised an expanded dialogue forum bringing together numerous entrepreneurs from various sectors. This initiative comes within the authority's efforts to stimulate and enhance private sector participation in government projects and contracts, thereby supporting the national economy and maximising these institutions' contributions to development. The forum is part of a series of national initiatives aimed at activating SMEs participation in developmental projects and increasing their contribution to GDP. This reinforces economic sustainability goals and strengthens public-private partnership values. The event reflects the authority's commitment to direct engagement with business owners through open dialogue, discussing key proposals and challenges to improve the tendering environment. This approach aims to develop relevant policies and procedures, ensuring fair access to public tender opportunities while enhancing businesses' growth and expansion capabilities. During the forum, the participants reviewed key updates on available projects and tenders, with special emphasis on the growing number of 'Riyada' card holders registered with the authority. - ONA
