Tuesday 30 / December / 2025
Beijing: Dr. Saleh Said Masan, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion for Commerce and Industry, conducted field visits to several major manufacturing plants in the People's Republic of China. These visits are part of ongoing efforts to empower investment in the industrial sector, aligning with Oman’s strategy to establish integrated industrial clusters and transform Omani industry into high-value-added activities driven by innovation and advanced technology.
The visit included a tour of the global company "JA Solar," a leader in solar energy solutions. The Undersecretary and the accompanying delegation met with the company's senior leadership to review the latest technologies in smart solar cell and panel manufacturing. They also discussed the executive progress of establishing the company's factory in the Sohar Freezone.
Notably, the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion previously signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the company to establish an integrated plant for solar cells and modules in the Sohar Freezone, with an estimated investment volume of USD 564 million. During the visit, it was confirmed that construction work is proceeding according to plan, positioning Oman as a regional hub for clean energy technologies and supporting its commitment to reaching Net Zero by 2050.
The tour also covered the headquarters of "BAIC" Motor Corporation, where the latest innovations in electric and smart vehicles and advanced transportation systems were showcased. Dr. Saleh presented to company officials the matrix of incentives and enablers provided by the Sultanate of Oman to attract investments in the electromechanical and transportation industries.
The Undersecretary emphasized the Ministry's readiness to provide all necessary facilities for high-quality industrial projects. This approach aims to establish joint ventures for automotive assembly and manufacturing, contributing to the diversification of the national industrial structure and creating specialized job opportunities for Omani cadres in engineering and digital technology, in line with the objectives of the Industrial Strategy 2040.
In conclusion, the Undersecretary stated that these visits reflect the Ministry's priorities for a qualitative transition toward technology-intensive and capital-intensive industries. He noted that integrating renewable energy projects with "JA Solar" and localizing vehicle technology with "BAIC" will increase the manufacturing sector's contribution to the GDP and enhance the competitiveness of national products under the "Made in Oman" identity. He stressed that the Ministry is working to provide an attractive investment environment that ensures the flow of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and supports the growth of SMEs within the global supply chains of these major corporations.
