Discover how the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) hosted the inaugural Oman-Uzbekistan Business Forum to strengthen economic partnerships, promote export/import opportunities, and empower women entrepreneurs across key sectors in Oman and Uzbekistan.
Muscat – The Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) recently hosted the inaugural Oman-Uzbekistan Business Forum, marking a significant step towards enhancing trade and investment ties between the two nations. The event served as a dynamic platform for exploring lucrative export and import opportunities and fostering deep economic collaboration.
Coinciding with the visit of a 20-member delegation of Uzbek businesswomen—representing industries such as real estate, design, electrical engineering, textiles, private education, healthcare, and trade—the forum highlighted the growing role of women entrepreneurs in driving innovation and economic growth. HE Abdul Salam Khatamov, Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Oman, emphasized the forum’s importance in strengthening bilateral economic relations and underlined the need for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and strategic business partnerships.
Siham bint Ahmed al Harthi, Board Member of OCCI and head of its Tourism Committee, pointed out that this first-of-its-kind forum focused on identifying new areas of cooperation and investment opportunities across various industries. She reiterated OCCI’s commitment to empowering women entrepreneurs and enhancing private sector engagement between Oman and Uzbekistan.
Key discussions during the forum included:
- Investment Opportunities: Exploring new ventures in Oman with attractive government incentives for foreign investors.
- Economic, Tourism & Cultural Collaborations: Identifying potential partnerships to boost bilateral trade.
- Knowledge Sharing & Strategic Partnerships: Facilitating direct engagement through bilateral meetings among Omani and Uzbek business representatives to discuss trade and possible joint ventures.
This landmark event reinforces both nations’ commitment to expanding economic cooperation and strengthening private sector ties, paving the way for a future of robust and sustainable business growth.
