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The 2026 Tourism Committee has officially launched, bringing together a group of industry professionals committed to supporting the growth and development of Oman’s tourism sector.
Hosted at the Sheraton Oman Hotel, the inaugural meeting marked the beginning of a collaborative platform focused on alignment, engagement, and forward planning.
The committee will work closely with key stakeholders to support initiatives that strengthen Oman’s tourism offering.
At our recent panel discussion, “Building a Cross-Generational Workforce,” we heard directly from three generations in the workplace.
Between the perspectives shared by our panelists and the views from the audience, the message was clear—across all generations, people want the same thing: to be understood, respected, and listened to.
A big thank you to our HR Community Sponsor, Takaful Oman Insurance S.A.O.G, our panelists, and everyone who joined us for such an open and honest discussion.
AmChams from across the GCC came together to host a dynamic online speed networking session, bringing professionals and businesses into one virtual space to exchange ideas, spark conversations, and build new relationships.
From meaningful introductions to potential collaborations, it was inspiring to see the strength of our regional network in action—even in a virtual setting.
AmCham Oman is pleased to announce a new partnership with MatchAwards, the global intelligence platform transforming how organizations track government spending, procurement, and economic opportunity.
This collaboration strengthens the exchange of trade intelligence between Oman and the United States, empowering businesses, investors, and institutions with deeper insight into public-sector opportunities and international markets.
Through the partnership, AmCham Oman members will gain access to MatchAwards’ advanced technology ecosystem, including:
• Search Investigator™ – an AI-powered investigative engine that uncovers relationships, funding flows, procurement histories, and ownership structures across public-sector data.
• Follow the Money™ Membership Keys – tools that enable users to track government spending, contracts, and financial linkages with precision.
• MAPU Tokens – digital utility tokens designed to unlock premium intelligence and secure access to global opportunity data.
With more than 90,000 active users worldwide, MatchAwards provides real-time access to government contracts, grants, procurement intelligence, and financial transparency tools across multiple jurisdictions.
As noted by Harshal Dutia, Director of Trade and Investment at AmCham Oman, this partnership helps companies identify what the U.S. government is purchasing, track procurement activity, and receive alerts for opportunities that match their capabilities—making market entry more practical and data-driven.
Together, AmCham Oman and MatchAwards aim to enhance transparency, strengthen cross-border investment, and support organizations seeking to operate confidently across the U.S.–Oman trade corridor.
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.
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.
