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Oman invests $4.9bn in 493 food security projects, targets 400 more in 2026

April 19, 2026·Arabian BusinessEconomy

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GCC CONTEXT

Oman's substantial capital allocation toward domestic food security infrastructure reflects a broader GCC pattern of reducing import dependency and building agricultural self-sufficiency, particularly critical for a region where food imports constitute a significant share of merchandise imports and foreign exchange outlays. Large-scale government investment programs in agribusiness, water management, and supply-chain infrastructure typically stimulate activity across construction, materials, and industrial services sectors within the Gulf economy, while also creating longer-term demand for specialized inputs such as irrigation technology and logistics services. This initiative aligns with the Sultanate's economic diversification strategy and Vision 2040 framework, mirroring similar state-d

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