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Oman–Pakistan Business Forum explores joint investment opportunities

Tuesday, 2 September 2025 21:50

Muscat – Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) hosted the Oman–Pakistan Business Forum on Tuesday to deepen cooperation and joint investment between the private sectors of the two countries. Attended by senior officials, diplomats and business leaders, the forum focused on projects supporting economic diversification and creating a favourable environment for new investments. Hamoud […]

Muscat – Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) hosted the Oman–Pakistan Business Forum on Tuesday to deepen cooperation and joint investment between the private sectors of the two countries.

Attended by senior officials, diplomats and business leaders, the forum focused on projects supporting economic diversification and creating a favourable environment for new investments.

Hamoud bin Salem al Saadi, Second Deputy Chairman of OCCI, H E Naveed Safdar Bokhari, Ambassador of Pakistan to Oman, and Saquib Fayyaz Magoon, Senior Vice-President of Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) and head of the Pakistani delegation, led the discussions.

Sectors highlighted for collaboration included food security, ICT, education, textiles, healthcare, construction, travel and tourism, automotive, import-export and sporting goods.

Saadi said, “The forum aims to strengthen bridges of cooperation and partnership between Oman and Pakistan, opening broader horizons for economic, trade and investment integration. It reflects the strong will to enhance cooperation, particularly in the economic field, and provides a continuous avenue for bilateral engagement between two nations with deep historical ties.”

He added that OCCI is committed to expanding cooperation with Pakistan, particularly in sectors that support diversification. “The forum serves as an ideal platform to exchange expertise, showcase investment opportunities and develop joint projects, enhancing the competitiveness of private sectors in both countries,” he noted.

On the occasion, H E Bokhari said, “This is not just a platform for exchanging ideas but a practical step towards strengthening trade and investment partnerships. Oman is a strategic partner, given its geographic location and economic stability, while Pakistan offers promising opportunities across several key sectors.”

Magoon underlined Pakistan’s view of Oman as a strategic partner, citing its location, investment environment and Oman Vision 2040. “We encourage the business communities of both countries to leverage mutual incentives and collaborate on joint projects capable of competing in regional and global markets,” he said.

Aman Paracha, Vice-President of FPCCI, delivered a presentation on Pakistan’s economic developments, investment incentives and potential partnerships with Omani businesses.

The forum also included bilateral meetings between business leaders to explore partnerships, exchange expertise and discuss joint investment projects, paving the way for stronger economic and trade cooperation.

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