Tourism sector to see $5.9 bn in investments
The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism is working on National Tourism Strategy 2040, which will include tourism-friendly initiatives, investments in infrastructure, tourist attractions, capacity building, and the establishment of specialised investment zones for tourism development.
Speaking on the sidelines of the World Travel Week - Middle East, organised by Connections Luxury, Azzan bin Qasim al Busaidy, Under-secretary of the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism for Tourism, said: “Tourism sector in the Sultanate of Oman is witnessing a steady growth with 4 million visitors arriving in the country last year, including cruise passengers, sports enthusiasts, and event attendees and among others.”
More than 180 companies from the Sultanate of Oman and abroad are taking part in the event, titled ‘Connections Luxury Middle East.’
He said that the ministry has plans for the sector with over $5.9 billion in investments for 360 projects, with a strong focus on the 2050 net-zero emissions target and as part of the efforts to develop integrated tourist complexes and preserve heritage sites and historical monuments.
He added: “At the ministry as we unveil our National Tourism Strategy 2040 and bring to life the ambitions of Oman Vision 2040 under the wise leadership of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, we are focused on creating an environment where Tourism can flourish and grow.
“We are achieving this through the introduction of tourismfriendly legislation and enterprisedriven initiatives, investment in infrastructure and attractions, capacity building, the creation of specialised investment zones for tourism development and more”.