His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik presided over a Council of Ministers meeting at Al Hosn Palace in Salalah on Tuesday, focusing on key economic and domestic initiatives. During the session, His Majesty directed the preparation of a long-term strategy to boost the growth of Oman’s non-oil trade balance, drawing on local raw materials and advanced infrastructure, with implementation set to commence at the beginning of 2027. The Council also approved the establishment of specialised industrial clusters for pharmaceutical and medical devices within economic and free zones to reinforce national healthcare security.
Additionally, leaders greenlit a new national programme to enhance an investment-attractive business environment starting next year, while reviewing preparations for the upcoming Municipal Council elections scheduled for December.








