Oman-India Fisheries Collaboration Explored in Successful Forum

In a one-day event organized by the Oman Chapter of the Indo-Gulf Middle East Chamber of Commerce (INMECC) in collaboration with the Foreign Investment Committee (FIC) under the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI), on Sunday ( 10th December 2023), experts from Oman and India gathered to discuss challenges and opportunities in the Oman Fisheries Sector.

Keynote speakers, including Faisal al Rawas, Chairman of OCCI, Amit Narang, Ambassador of India to Oman, and Abdul Latheef, Chairman of OCCI Foreign Investment Committee, addressed the significance of enhancing cooperation in the fisheries sector. The event also featured presentations by industry leaders such as Mohammed Hanish, IAS, and Jeevan M D, providing insights into topics like ‘Muscat water metro – A tourist’s perspective’ and ‘Challenges and Opportunities in the Oman Fisheries.’

Invest Oman’s team delivered a comprehensive presentation, followed by a panel discussion on ‘Opportunities and challenges in the fisheries sector.’ Moderated by Dr V M A Hakim, the panel included Mohamed Ameen, Warith al Kharusi, Dr Sherimon, Mohamed al Lawati, Eng Redha Bait Faraj, and representatives from Fisheries and wealth experts from the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Water Resources.

The successful event marked a milestone in fostering collaboration, enriching the fisheries’ wealth, and strengthening bilateral relations between Oman and India.