Zanzibar:The third session of the Omani-Tanzanian Joint Committee took place in Zanzibar, United Republic of Tanzania, chaired by Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister of Oman, and Dr. Mahmoud Thabit Kombo, Minister of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation of Tanzania.
According to Oman News Agency, Sayyid Badr highlighted the historical and cultural ties between Oman and Tanzania, emphasizing the shared civilizational legacy as a foundation for expanding their partnership. He stressed the importance of implementing the agreements from President Samia Suluhu Hassan's visit to Oman in June 2022, aiming for joint programs and projects that serve mutual interests.
The session's discussions focused on enhancing economic and investment collaboration, encouraging joint ventures in sectors including trade, agriculture, fisheries, and logistics, and exploring new opportunities in education, financial technology, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. Dr. Mahmoud Thabit Kombo expressed Tanzania's commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation, emphasizing the Joint Committee's role in overcoming challenges and achieving development goals.
The committee reviewed bilateral cooperation tracks and explored strengthening partnerships in trade, investment, agriculture, and other key sectors. They agreed on the necessity of establishing mechanisms for following up on outcomes, aligning with Oman Vision 2040 and Tanzania's Development Vision 2050. At the session's conclusion, minutes were signed along with memoranda of understanding on seafarers' certificates and diplomatic training.
On the sidelines, Sayyid Badr met with Tanzanian ministers and officials, including Professor Kitila Mkumbo and Anthony Mavunde, to discuss partnership priorities and opportunities in minerals, transport, and energy sectors. The meeting emphasized the importance of the Joint Committee's outcomes, coordination among authorities, and promoting joint projects and expertise exchange to enhance economic cooperation.