AmCham Oman News

AmCham Oman CEO, Rebecca Olson, and Board Member, Faisal Al Nabhani, joined H.E. Pankaj Khimji, Foreign Trade & International Cooperation Adviser, MoCIIP, and Shabib Al Mamari, Managing Director, Visit Oman, to discuss how international partnerships can drive real trade and investment outcomes for Oman.

The session explored practical pathways to strengthen international collaboration, including the role of FTAs and CEPAs, improving routes to market, enhancing customs predictability, strengthening certification and compliance frameworks, building confidence in dispute resolution, and advancing trade finance solutions that enable sustainable growth.

AmCham Oman was pleased to host Making PPPs Work: Regional Models, Local Opportunities, a high-level briefing bringing together legal experts, PPP practitioners, and senior public and private sector leaders.

The session, sponsored and presented by AMJ, explored what drives successful Public–Private Partnerships, combining regional perspectives with Oman’s own PPP experience, including first-hand insights from those involved in delivering landmark healthcare and social infrastructure projects. The discussion focused on practical lessons around structuring, risk allocation, and implementation.

The American Chamber of Commerce Oman (AmCham Oman) and the U.S. Embassy Muscat, representing the U.S. Department of State, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at strengthening collaboration to promote U.S. business opportunities and increase bilateral trade between the United States and the Sultanate of Oman.

The MOU reflects a shared commitment by both participants to combine efforts, resources, and ideas in pursuit of initiatives of mutual interest that support U.S. exports to Oman and deepen commercial engagement between the two countries. Through this framework for cooperation, AmCham Oman and the U.S. Embassy Muscat will explore joint activities aligned with each organization’s respective vision, mission, and program focus.

Under the agreement, the participants will seek opportunities to collaborate on initiatives that encourage market access, facilitate partnerships, and support the growth of U.S. and Omani businesses operating across both markets. The MOU underscores a common focus on practical engagement with the business community and the promotion of sustainable, mutually beneficial trade and investment relationships.

AmCham Oman works within Oman to attract and support both Omani and U.S. businesses, with the objective of enhancing bilateral commerce. The organization delivers a year-round program of business networking events designed to connect Omani and U.S. companies and foster partnerships that benefit all participants. AmCham Oman also organizes workshops, briefings, and speaking engagements to help the business community understand and respond to evolving laws, regulations, and market developments.

“This Memorandum of Understanding formalizes a strong foundation for collaboration,” said Ali Daud, Founder and Chairman Emeritus of AmCham Oman. “By working closely with the U.S. Embassy Muscat, we can support both U.S. and Omani companies with clearer pathways to market, stronger commercial connections, and more practical engagement that advances U.S.–Oman trade.”

“From the arrival of the Boston Rambler trade ship in Muscat in 1790 to the signing of the U.S.-Oman Free Trade Agreement in 2009, commerce has been a pillar of our partnership with Oman over centuries,” commented U.S. Ambassador to Oman Ana A. Escrogima, “Signing this MOU lets us work in lockstep with our friends at AmCham Oman to ensure that our bilateral trade is serving the best interests of American firms while also enhancing critical sectors in Oman.”

The signing of this MOU marks an important step in reinforcing the longstanding economic partnership between the United States and Oman and sets the stage for expanded cooperation in support of bilateral trade and business development.

AmCham Oman, the American Chamber of Commerce in Oman, is pleased to announce its appointment as Vice Chair of AmCham MENA, a key regional leadership role within the American Chambers of Commerce network across the Middle East and North Africa.

The regional vote and subsequent announcement were formally made during the 2025 AmCham MENA Conference in Dubai, which brought together American Chambers from across the region to strengthen collaboration, advance trade and investment, and align on shared priorities.

In its role as Vice Chair, AmCham Oman will work closely with the Chair to support coordination, collaboration, and strategic alignment across the AmCham MENA network, which represents American business interests throughout the region.

This appointment also establishes a clear pathway to the Chairmanship. In 2027, AmCham Oman will assume the role of Chair of AmCham MENA and host the AmCham MENA Conference in Oman, welcoming representatives from AmChams across the region, alongside senior business leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders, for high-level discussions on regional trade, investment, and economic cooperation.

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In partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), we brought together AmCham Oman members and a visiting delegation of U.S. companies for a relaxed evening of networking, American flavors, and new connections.

Special thanks to U.S. Ambassador Ana Escrogima for joining us and for her continued support of the U.S.–Oman business community.

AmCham Oman was pleased to participate in the first business delegation organized by the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry U.S. Office, delivered in collaboration with our partner, the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

The visit provided a valuable platform for engagement, dialogue, and reconnection with key stakeholders across the U.S.–Oman trade corridor. During the program, we had the opportunity to share a few remarks and reaffirm AmCham Oman’s commitment to facilitating commercial linkages, market access, and investment opportunities for our members.

We were proud to partner with Europcar Oman for the Oman Internship Fair for the second year in a row.

With 70+ companies involved and over 600 interns taking part, the day was full of great conversations, valuable connections, and real opportunities for placements. Read More.

AmCham Oman, represented by Rebecca Olson, CEO, and The Diplomatic Club, represented by Charm Majolica, Director, have signed an MOU to foster a new era of joint programming, bringing together business and diplomatic circles for impactful events, meaningful dialogues, and lasting partnerships.

AmCham Oman successfully launched its 2026 events calendar with Networking Under the Stars, an evening networking event held at the Dolphin Village pool deck. The event brought together members, partners, and guests from across Oman’s business community for an evening of high-quality networking and meaningful engagement.

Set in a relaxed outdoor setting, the event marked AmCham Oman’s first networking gathering of the year and provided an ideal platform for professionals to reconnect after the winter holidays, exchange ideas, and establish new business relationships.

Thank you to Dolphin Village for sponsoring and hosting us.

AmCham Oman was represented at the AmCham MENA Conference and Dubai’s 40 Years of Excellence celebration, with our CEO Rebecca Olson attending alongside AmCham Oman members.

From the MENA Regional Conference “One Region, One Voice” to the elegant 40th Anniversary Gala Dinner, it was an inspiring two days of regional dialogue, meaningful connections, and celebration of American business leadership across the region.