Building on centuries-old historical ties, Tanzania and Oman are working to transform their friendship into a stronger partnership with fresh economic opportunities….reports Africa Daily News Desk
Tanzania and Oman have reaffirmed their commitment to translating bilateral agreements into concrete action, with a focus on clear implementation plans, defined timelines and removing existing obstacles to cooperation.
The commitment was reiterated on November 9, 2026, during the opening of a Senior Officials and Experts Meeting in Zanzibar ahead of the Third Joint Permanent Commission (JPC).
Tanzania’s Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Ambassador Dr Samwel Shelukindo, stressed the need for effective implementation and close monitoring of commitments made by both countries.
He identified trade, transport, investment and agriculture as priority sectors for cooperation, noting that the two nations’ longstanding historical and friendly relations provided a strong foundation for a mutually beneficial strategic partnership.
The meeting is also reviewing progress on resolutions adopted during the Second JPC, held in Muscat in 2022, while exploring new areas of collaboration in line with Tanzania’s Development Vision 2050.
These include trade and investment, transport, livestock and fisheries, energy and minerals, education, the blue economy and agriculture.
Held under the theme “From Historical Friendship to Strategic Partnership: Advancing Trade, Investment and Socio-Economic Development”, the meeting is scheduled to conclude on November 10 with a ministerial session.
The two countries are also expected to sign Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) covering several strategic sectors, in a move aimed at strengthening diplomatic ties and creating further opportunities for shared economic growth.
