Muscat: The Ministry of Energy and Minerals is gearing up to host a significant 13-day event titled 'Energy and Minerals Exhibition and Media Forum for Sectors of Energy and Minerals 2026' in the Wilayat of Salalah, Dhofar Governorate, commencing on 25 July 2026. The event aims to foster communication between the Ministry, society, business partners, and the media, focusing on the vital role of the energy sector in bolstering the national economy and promoting sustainable investment opportunities.

According to Oman News Agency, the opening ceremony will be presided over by HH Sayyid Marwan bin Turki Al Said, Governor of Dhofar. The event will unfold at Ateen Square in Salalah, coinciding with the Dhofar Khareef (monsoon) season programs. It will provide a platform for the public to engage with interactive knowledge and educational experiences, offering insights into the history of oil and the impact of traditional and renewable energy sources and minerals on daily life.

The exhibition will emphasize the importance of the oil and energy sector in driving the national economy, championing sustainable development, and attracting investment. It will feature seven core interactive pavilions: "100 years of oil production in Oman," "Energy in our lives," "The future of energy," "Omani minerals," "Energy and minerals," "Digital transition," and "Social responsibility."

Additionally, the exhibition will include a children's wing, presenting educational experiences, interactive games, and competitions. A media forum will also be held, attracting journalists, media professionals, content designers, and corporate communications experts to discuss topics related to oil and gas, minerals, sustainability, zero neutrality, renewable energy, hydrogen, and investment.