Oman, Saudi forge tourism partnership to attract global travellers

Oman, Saudi forge tourism partnership to attract global travellers

Oman and Saudi Arabia have launched a joint tourism cooperation programme aimed at enhancing the tourism sector of both countriesBerlin, Germany – In a landmark move, Oman and Saudi Arabia have launched a joint tourism cooperation programme aimed at enhancing the tourism sector of both countries at the ITB Berlin trade fair on Wednesday.

This strategic alliance is set to introduce a series of initiatives and programmes designed to draw tourists from key global markets to the myriad attractions each country offers.

The initiative was officially launched by H E Salem bin Mohammed al Mahrouqi, Oman’s Minister of Heritage and Tourism, and Ahmed al Khatib, Saudi Minister of Tourism. The collaboration is part of a broader strategic partnership between the two countries, with the objective of realising mutual goals and fostering shared interests in the tourism sector.

H E Azzan bin Qasim al Busaidi, Undersecretary for Tourism in Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, said, “This cooperation is a direct reflection of the leadership directives from both countries and marks the fruition of discussions between H E Mahrouqi and Ahmed al Khatib. Announced first in May 2023, it is the first of several initiatives to be unveiled as part of our ongoing bilateral tourism