Kigali:The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion is set to host the Oman-Rwanda Business Forum in Kigali, Rwanda, with the participation of 15 Omani companies from various economic sectors. The event, scheduled for tomorrow, aims to bolster trade relations between Oman and Rwanda and to explore potential export and investment opportunities across the East African region.
According to Oman News Agency, the Omani delegation will be led by Eng. Ghalib Said Al Maamari, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion for Commerce and Industry, and will include Eng. Khamis Mohammed Al Shammakhi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology for Transport, alongside several officials and representatives from Omani enterprises. This initiative is part of a broader effort to expand economic cooperation and enhance trade partnerships between the two countries' private sectors.
The forum will feature Omani companies involved in sectors such as food industries, agricultural products, manufacturing, plastic products, energy, technology, technical services, and electrical equipment. These activities highlight the diverse nature of Oman's national production base and the opportunities available for Omani companies to penetrate international markets.
The event will also include bilateral business meetings between Omani and Rwandan companies to discuss opportunities for exports, distribution, and trade partnerships. Participants will explore Rwanda's potential as a strategic trade gateway to East African markets, including Kenya and Tanzania. Eng. Ghalib emphasized the significance of expanding into foreign markets to enhance the role of non-oil sectors in Oman's economy, while Muhanad Hamoud Al Riyamy and Madayn Mubarak Al Balushi highlighted ongoing efforts to diversify export destinations and support Omani companies in accessing new markets.
The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion continues to work towards enhancing the global presence of Omani products and services, supporting the competitiveness of productive sectors, and fostering trade partnerships, in alignment with the goals of Oman Vision 2040.