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LIFT-OFF: How Oman built a space economy in three years

May 18, 2026·Oman ObserverEconomy

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GCC CONTEXT

Oman's space sector development reflects a broader GCC diversification strategy away from hydrocarbon dependency, positioning space technology and satellite services alongside renewable energy and advanced manufacturing as pillar industries. Historically, Gulf states have pursued aerospace and defense capabilities through joint ventures and foreign partnerships—a pattern Oman has accelerated with domestic institutional investment and regulatory frameworks designed to attract regional and international actors. The emergence of a space economy in the Gulf creates upstream demand for engineering talent, manufacturing infrastructure, and capital markets instruments, potentially reshaping procurement patterns and sectoral composition across GCC economies.

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