Sultanate all set to unlock potential of ocean economy

A conference that aims to identify new technologies in ocean economy and benefiting from them kicked off on Monday.

The first edition of the ‘Ocean Economy and Future Technology’ (OEFT) conference was held under the auspices of His Highness Sayyid Shihab bin Tareq al Said, Adviser to His Majesty the Sultan, and Chairman of The Research Council (TRC).

Yusuf bin Alawi bin Abdallah, Minister Responsible for Foreign Affairs, said in a statement after opening of the conference that participation of the world in this aspect is important and expressed hope that this positive step achieves its goals.

More than 80 speakers from 30 countries were in attendance at the meet, organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with support from both government and private institutions, at Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre. It will run until February 13.

Dr Abdul Latif bin Rashid al Zayani, GCC Secretary-general, lauded the developments witnessed by the Sultanate in all fields, especially in the areas of scientific research, youth development and economic advancement under the wise leadership of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos.

He said the conference will focus on the economy of oceans and seas, science and technology and the use of diplomacy in science and economics.