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Oman's pavilion showcases cultural identity at Algiers Intl Fair
ALGIERS: The Sultanate of Oman's pavilion at the 56th Algiers International Fair (where Oman serves as a Guest of Honour) stands out for its stunning design and features exhibiting Oman's economic and cultural identity; and a broad range of unique items that appeal to the visitors.
The Omani pavilion showcases the products of 60 companies operating in pharmaceutical, transport, electrical, real estate, fisheries, tourism, food and handicrafts sectors.
In particular, Oman's cultural aspect is highlighted through the gallery that showcases Al Aqur neighbourhood (in Nizwa) that has been renovated to become a tourist attraction linked to the historical Nizwa Fort, the old capital of the Sultanate of Oman, Nizwa, once famous for being a hub for the traditional Omani sweets industry.
Oman pavilion was designed as an integrated Omani village featuring landmarks
Mahmoud Suleiman al Yazidi, Head of the Export Promotion Department at the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, said that, after the Sultanate of Oman was selected as the Guest of Honour at the Algiers International Fair, emphasis was laid on devising a comprehensive vision that reflects Omani identity in all economic, cultural and service aspects.
Al Yazidi said that the Omani pavilion occupies an area of 900 square metres and includes special galleries for government departments, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), large companies and craftsmen.
He pointed out that the pavilion was designed as an integrated Omani village, featuring some landmarks that bear significance from the local environment and a host of components that inspire visitors to appreciate the depth of Omani civilisation, history and heritage.
Al Yazidi explained that the pavilion's designs were supervised by 'Oman Exports Initiative' team, thus offering a symbolic gesture to open up new vistas for Omani products around the world and chart out a path for Omani exporters in their bids to explore target markets.
The vitality of the Omani pavilion is further underscored by the strong presence of an Omani folklore band, which keeps performing national songs that reflect the Sultanate of Oman's artistic and cultural heritage. — ONA
