Since his appointment in 2020 as Head of the Omani Investment Authority (OIA), Abdulsalam Al-Murshidi has worked diligently to advance and consolidate strategic investment initiatives aligned with Sultan Haitham of Oman’s Vision 2040.
The following note outlines key insights in this regard, including:
- Oman’s investment agenda, along with the positions of Sultan Haitham and his son, Minister of Culture, Sports, and Youth Sayyid Theyazin, in supporting its strategic direction
- Al-Murshidi’s efforts to cultivate and expand strategic investment partnerships across the U.S., Europe, and Asia, including Japan and China
- The Omani figures supporting Al-Murshidi
- Strategic sectors of focus include artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity
The note also provides context on how Oman is balancing economic autonomy with diplomatic neutrality, while expanding its global investment footprint.
