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Oman, UAE boost bilateral trade, investment ties at
Advantage Oman Forum
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27 Apr 2025 18:59
MUSCAT (WAM)
Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, said that the increase in non-oil
trade between the UAE and Oman reflects strong relations between the two nations.
He said these ties help ensure both countries meet their development goals and that this trajectory
contributes to economic growth, ensuring both business communities build long-lasting
partnerships.
His comments came during his official visit to Muscat, where he participated in the ‘Advantage
Oman Forum 2025’, which aims to highlight future investment opportunities in emerging sectors.
Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi noted Oman continues to maintain its position as the UAE's second largest
trading partner in the GCC, and non-oil trade between the two countries grew in 2024, to Dh56.2
billion ($15.3 billion), an increase of 9.8% compared to 2023, and an increase of 32.4% compared
to 2020.
He stressed that UAE-Oman relations are an example of what a strategic partnership between
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