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Muscat Municipality, ODA sign MoU to boost design, innovation

Tuesday, 6 January 2026 23:18

Muscat- Muscat Municipality on Tuesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Oman Design Association (ODA) to strengthen cooperation in design, innovation and knowledge exchange, as part of efforts to support and nurture Omani creative talent. The MoU was signed by H H Sayyida Mayan bint Shihab al Said, Chairperson of ODA, and Ahmed bin […]

Muscat- Muscat Municipality on Tuesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Oman Design Association (ODA) to strengthen cooperation in design, innovation and knowledge exchange, as part of efforts to support and nurture Omani creative talent.

The MoU was signed by H H Sayyida Mayan bint Shihab al Said, Chairperson of ODA, and Ahmed bin Mohammed al Humaidi, Chairman of Muscat Municipality.

The agreement aims to enhance collaboration between the two entities in areas related to design development, innovation initiatives and community partnership, contributing to sustainable urban and cultural development in the capital.

Under the MoU, the two sides will work together to launch competitions aimed at discovering and nurturing Omani talent, organise workshops and training programmes, and implement joint initiatives and projects in the field of design. The agreement includes cooperation in advancing research and collaborative efforts, exchanging knowledge and expertise, and leveraging the facilities and resources of both parties.

The partnership reflects a shared commitment to empowering Omani designers and creatives, while promoting innovation-driven solutions that support Muscat’s development priorities and enhance community engagement.

Officials from both sides noted that the MoU aligns with broader national goals to support creativity, encourage knowledge-based initiatives and create opportunities for young Omanis to contribute to the sultanate’s cultural and economic landscape.

The agreement is expected to pave the way for future programmes and projects that highlight Omani design capabilities and strengthen cooperation between public institutions and creative organisations.

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