Oman and Türkiye boost e-commerce, logistics ties

Oman and Türkiye are moving to strengthen trade and logistics links, aiming to raise bilateral trade to $5 billion over the next five years. Both the countries will explore direct import routes and integrated transport solutions to support faster delivery of goods. A key initiative is the planned Turkish-Omani Industrial Zone in Oman, which will focus on manufacturing and logistics for e-commerce and supply chains. The zone is expected to act as a hub for storage, distribution, and export operations across the Middle East and beyond.

Turkish companies are already expanding in Oman, with a 21% rise in operations this year, while Omani investors are increasingly engaging with Türkiye’s logistics and transport sector. Officials highlighted opportunities to link Oman’s ports and free zones with Türkiye’s transport network, creating faster, cheaper, and more reliable trade corridors.

H E Qais Mohammed al Yousef, Minister of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion of Oman, also noted the steady growth in bilateral trade and investment flows, including the increasing presence of Turkish companies in Oman and the growing confidence of Omani investors in the Turkish economy, while emphasising the importance of cooperation in industrial zones, logistics, export promotion, capacity building, and people-to-people exchanges in tourism, education, and technical fields.

E-commerce growth in both markets is driving demand for efficient logistics solutions. Authorities said the partnership will improve delivery speed, reduce costs, and boost cross-border online sales. The initiative is seen as a key step in integrating regional

supply chains and supporting non-oil economic growth under Oman Vision 2040 and Türkiye’s export strategies.