Oman explores enhanced cooperation with China in energy and mineral sectors

Oman explores enhanced cooperation with China in energy and mineral sectors

A high-level Omani delegation, led by Mohsin bin Hamad al Hadhrami, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Energy and Minerals, has embarked on a visit to the People's Republic of China. The delegation included representatives from the Oman Investment Authority (OIA) and the Public Authority for Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ).

The China visit represents the next leg of a wider multination tour that included a working visit to the Republic of Korea, with trips planned to Saudi Arabia and Malaysia as well. The objective is to strengthen cooperation in the renewable energy, green hydrogen, oil, gas, and minerals sector.

The Omani delegation will engage in meetings and discussions with Chinese government officials and senior representatives of companies to explore available opportunities and foster partnerships and cooperation.

During the China tour, Al Hadhrami met with the Reform and Development Committee of the People's Republic of China, which is responsible for foreign government investments. The meeting discussed opportunities to enhance cooperation and establish economic partnerships in the energy and mineral sectors. The objective is to attract Chinese companies with expertise and technology in these industries to invest in Oman.

The committee expressed support for this initiative and encouraged increased involvement of Chinese companies in Omani