Oman Hosts Major Conference on Innovation and Investment

The first international conference on business sustainability began today in Muscat. Tax Authority Head Nasser bin Khamis Al Jashmi sponsored the major event.

The University of Technology and Applied Sciences hosts the two-day gathering. The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion partners with the university.

Advancing Oman Vision 2040

This conference supports the vital Oman Vision 2040 objectives. The event enhances the position of Oman as a sustainable investment destination.

Speakers addressed foreign direct investment and public-private partnerships. Participants also discussed regulatory reforms, innovation, and long-term economic sustainability.

Rigorous Academic Research

Dr. Khalid bin Salem Al-Abri delivered an inspiring opening speech. He serves as the Assistant President of the university branch in Muscat.

The Scientific Committee received 136 research papers initially. The committee carefully selected only 38 papers for the final presentation.

This rigorous process reflects a very high scientific level. Researchers and experts from seven different countries attended the conference.

This international dimension highlights the need for global economic dialogue. Contemporary economic challenges require leaders to exchange valuable experiences.

Flexible Hybrid Model

The organizers adopted a flexible hybrid model for the event. This format successfully combines actual and virtual attendance.

Organizers built this conference as a high-level platform for dialogue. They want to build a globally competitive and sustainable investment system.

This system must capably lead the national economic transformation.

Expanding Postgraduate Programs

The university eagerly develops its postgraduate studies system. The Faculty of Economics and Business Administration offers excellent master's programs.

They offer degrees in Leadership and Innovation and Taxation. These programs directly address modern labor market requirements.

Research Funding and Partnerships

Dr. Al-Abri highlighted qualitative research achievements at the Muscat branch. The Scopus database currently indexes over one thousand university research papers.

Approximately 30 percent of these papers focus on investment and business. This research perfectly aligns with current national priorities.

The university secured nearly half a million Omani riyals in funding. External partners heavily support the new scientific incubator.

Industrial sector partners proudly fund this strategic step. This collaboration transforms scientific research into sustainable economic value.

Several major institutions participated on the first day. The Muscat Stock Exchange and the World Bank joined the discussions.

Officials officially opened the accompanying exhibition today. This exciting exhibition showcases many innovative student projects.