Oman participates in high-level political forum on sustainable development in New York

The Sultanate of Oman has reaffirmed its dedication to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, signaling a strong commitment to integrating its goals within the national framework of Oman Vision 2040 and its ongoing development plans. Abdulhalim Mubarak Al Rawahi, a representative of Oman's Permanent Mission to the United Nations, highlighted this commitment during the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development in New York.

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The Sultanate of Oman's unwavering commitment to implementing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development by integrating its goals into Oman Vision 2040 and its development plans.

Al Rawahi detailed how Oman's 11th Five-Year Development Plan (2026–2030) is closely aligned with the final phase of the global sustainable development agenda. The plan prioritizes economic diversification, embracing digital transformation, and significantly investing in human capital. Concurrently, Oman is actively pursuing sustainable water resource management through investments in desalination and wastewater reuse, bolstering water security amid climate change challenges.

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The Sultanate of Oman continues to promote the sustainable management of water resources by investing in desalination projects, reusing treated wastewater, and improving the efficiency of water resource management, thereby enhancing water security in the face of climate change challenges.

Furthermore, Oman is making accelerated strides in expanding its renewable energy sector and green hydrogen projects. The nation is committed to achieving net-zero carbon neutrality by 2050, underscoring the critical need for international funding and technology transfer to ensure an equitable energy transition. Al Rawahi noted that the forum convenes at a crucial time, with global challenges like conflicts, economic slowdowns, and climate impacts demanding renewed political will and enhanced international cooperation.

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The Sultanate of Oman is moving at an accelerated pace to expand renewable energy and green hydrogen projects, and to implement its targets to achieve net-zero carbon neutrality by 2050, emphasizing the importance of providing funding and technology transfer to ensure a just and equitable energy transition.

Industry, innovation, and digital transformation are central to Oman's economic diversification strategy. The country is focusing on infrastructure development, promoting the digital economy, supporting small and medium-sized enterprises, and fostering research and innovation to boost productivity and competitiveness. Oman also continues to implement balanced spatial development policies, promote decentralization, and improve urban living conditions and essential services. The Sultanate views international partnerships as fundamental to achieving sustainable development, actively working to improve its investment climate, financial sustainability, and national statistical systems to support evidence-based decision-making.

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Peace and development are two inseparable paths.