Muscat: The Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning today signed 13 usufruct contracts worth more than RO 2.7 million for the implementation of investment projects in the governorates of A’Dakhiliyah and South Al Batinah.

According to Oman News Agency, the contracts were inked in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources. These agreements are part of efforts to boost the economy and support food security.

The signing ceremony was attended by Dr. Khalfan Said Al Shuaili, Minister of Housing and Urban Planning; Dr. Saud Hamoud Al Habsi, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources; Sheikh Hilal Said Al Hajri, Governor of A’Dakhiliyah; and Eng. Hamad Ali Al Nazwani, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning for Housing. The event also saw the presence of senior government officials, investors, and agricultural sector entrepreneurs.

The signing of the contracts reflects the government’s aim to make optimal use of agricultural land for establishing sustainable projects. These initiatives are expected to enhance local crop production and enable entrepreneurs to contribute to economic growth in the governorates. They also aim to achieve economic diversification and strengthen food security.

It is noteworthy that the first half of this year 2025 witnessed the signing of more than 590 usufruct contracts. This approach is part of efforts to maintain the investment rate across all sectors, support the national trend of economic diversification, and generate added value from government lands.