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Source: Politics Today

Oman Proposes Preferential Trade and Investment Agreement with China During Beijing Visit

Oman has proposed establishing a preferential bilateral trade and investment agreement with China during talks between Sultan Haitham bin Tariq al-Said and President Xi Jinping in Beijing. The proposed initiative seeks to expand commercial exchanges and create joint investment funds in renewable energy, artificial intelligence, digital technologies, space, and defense. President Xi welcomed closer bilateral ties, describing deepened cooperation with Oman as a shared strategic choice.

Industry News
Source: Caspian Post

ADIPEC 2026 Opens in Abu Dhabi Focusing on Energy Security and Technology

ADIPEC 2026 opened in Abu Dhabi on November 2, gathering over 239,000 expected attendees and 40 government ministers to discuss energy security, infrastructure, and artificial intelligence. Major international energy producers, including SOCAR, alongside leading technology companies, are exhibiting across 16 fully booked halls at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi.

Policy & Legal Updates
Source: GCC Business News

China and Oman Sign Comprehensive Agreement and Central Bank Currency Swap

Oman and China signed a comprehensive agreement and 14 memoranda of understanding in Beijing, including a formal bilateral currency swap mechanism. The agreements target cooperation in green development, digital currency, securities regulation, and space technology. Chinese direct investment in Oman has reached over 33 billion yuan ($4.6 billion).

Industry News
Source: Al Arabiya

China Expands Strategic and Economic Cooperation in Talks with Oman and Saudi Arabia

Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks in Beijing with Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik of Oman, witnessing the signing of agreements across industrial supply chains, green development, and digital finance. Concurrently, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sent an official message to Xi regarding bilateral trade, energy supplies, and maritime security.

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