OCCI participates in Arab-Greek maritime conference
Athens: The Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) participated in the 2nd Arab-Greek Maritime Conference, organised by the Arab-Greek Chamber of Commerce and Development in Athens.
The theme of the conference was 'Cooperation between Sea Neighbours.' which brought together representatives of chambers of commerce, business owners, and experts in the maritime and logistics sectors from Arab countries and Greece.
It aimed to highlight the importance of strengthening trade and maritime relations between countries bordering the sea, and activating economic and investment partnerships, particularly in light of the rapid transformations in global supply chains and the growing role of ports and industrial zones in supporting national economies.
Saif bin Nasser Al-Taiwani, a member of the Board of Directors of the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Chamber's branch in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate, explained that the Sultanate of Oman, with its strategic geographical location and investment-friendly legislation, places great importance on the ports and logistics sector.
He pointed out that the government is working to develop the infrastructure and connect ports to economic and industrial zones to create an attractive environment for businesses and supply chains, which will enhance the Sultanate of Oman's position as a regional logistics hub.
He added that Omani ports such as Sohar, Salalah, and Duqm constitute integrated industrial environments that embrace manufacturing, logistics, and warehousing industries, providing ample opportunities for investment and partnerships in the blue economy.
He emphasised that the Chamber is keen to activate initiatives that contribute to the development of trade, transportation, and investment in ports and free zones, calling on business owners to visit the Sultanate of Oman and learn about its stable business environment and promising potential in the maritime and logistics sector.
On the sidelines of the conference, meetings were held with a number of business owners operating in the maritime transport and logistics sectors to discuss ways to jointly invest in the maritime transport and supply chain sectors and explore opportunities available in the Omani market. -ONA
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