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Observer
7 days ago
- Observer
MoHT plans to develop Al Jabal Al Sharqi site
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism (MoHT) reiterated in a statement its keenness to address appeals and calls to improve and expand services in Al Jabal Al Sharqi in the Wilayat of Al Hamra, as part of its ongoing efforts to upgrade key tourism sites across the Sultanate of Oman. In coordination with the Governor's Office of Al Dakhiliyah Governorate and relevant authorities, the ministry confirmed that the Governorate recently floated a tender for the construction of Al Jabal Al Sharqi Oasis project. The initiative, which was announced in April this year, will help enhance basic public services in the area in line with the ministry's tourism development strategies. The ministry also stated that efforts are underway in collaboration with the Governorate to implement elements of the 11th Five-Year Development Plan. These include comprehensive service frameworks aimed at meeting the needs of major tourist sites and landmarks across the governorate, in parallel with the ministry's broader tourism development agenda. The ministry stressed its commitment to transforming Al Jabal Al Sharqi into a high-quality tourism destination with integrated tourism elements, while ensuring a delicate balance between tourism growth, environmental sustainability and preservation of the area's natural features. It also underlined the need for relevant stakeholders to accelerate the implementation of agreed-upon development projects, and noted that it would take the necessary legal steps, including land reclamation measures for investment plots that remain undeveloped or have failed to meet the intended development projects.
Observer
06-07-2025
- Observer
Ministry affirms plans to develop al Jabal al Sharqi site in al Hamra
Muscat: The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism (MHT) reiterated in a statement its keenness to address appeals and calls to improve and expand services in al Jabal al Sharqi in the Wilayat of Al Hamra, as part of its ongoing efforts to upgrade key tourism sites across the Sultanate of Oman. In coordination with the Governor's Office of al Dakhiliyah Governorate and relevant authorities, the ministry confirmed that the Governorate recently floated a tender for the construction of the al Jabal al Sharqi Oasis project. The initiative, which was announced in April this year, will help enhance basic public services in the area in line with the Ministry's tourism development strategies. The ministry also stated that efforts are underway in collaboration with the Governorate to implement elements of the 11th Five-Year Development Plan. These include comprehensive service frameworks aimed at meeting the needs of major tourist sites and landmarks across the governorate, in parallel with the ministry's broader tourism development agenda. The ministry stressed its commitment to transforming al Jabal al Sharqi into a high-quality tourism destination with integrated tourism elements, while ensuring a delicate balance between tourism growth, environmental sustainability, and preservation of the area's natural features. It also underlined the need for relevant stakeholders to accelerate the implementation of agreed-upon development projects, and noted that it would take the necessary legal steps, including land reclamation measures for investment plots that remain undeveloped or have failed to meet the intended development projects.
Times of Oman
16-02-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Meeting held to assess preparations for 11th Five Year Development Plan
Muscat: The Supervisory Committee of the 11th Five-Year Development Plan (2026-2030) today held its 2nd meeting of the year (2025) in Muscat. The meeting, aimed to follow up and assess the development plan's course of action, was chaired by Dr. Said Mohammed Al Saqri, Minister of Economy, Head of the committee. The committee reviewed the plan's current standing, which reflected good progress in its preparation, thanks to the efforts undertaken by 14 central teams comprising 281 members from 100 government and private entities, civil society institutions and individuals. The teams worked in accordance with a prescheduled timetable covering three basic stages: (1) Analysing the current situation; (2) Identifying the challenges and (3) Devising strategic programmes in line with the goals of Oman Vision 2024. In its discussion of priorities of the 11th Five Year Plan within the context of Oman Vision 2024, the committee laid emphasis on enhancing the growth of projects that are expected to provide greater added value to the national economy and generate more employment opportunities for Omani citizens The committee discussed the latest developments in preparing the plan's financial and economic framework, as well as future approaches and practical steps to ensure the compilation of a comprehensive development plan. The committee also stressed the importance of integration among various sectors to ensure realization of sustainable development in line with the goals of Oman Vision 2040.
