Overview
Al Batinah South Governorate is Oman’s agricultural region — Agricultural heartland along the Al Batinah coast — dates, fisheries, and traditional Omani settlements with Rustaq fort heritage.
Population: Approximately 0.5mn
Key economic assets:
- Date palm cultivation
- coastal fisheries
- Rustaq UNESCO-adjacent heritage
Vision 2040 Role
Vision 2040’s well-being and regional balance priority targets ensuring that economic development benefits reach all governorates — not just the Muscat capital region. Al Batinah South Governorate’s development is tracked as part of the ‘complete neighbourhood’ infrastructure programme and regional economic development initiatives.
Strategic Significance
Understanding Al Batinah South Governorate’s economic geography is essential for investors targeting Oman’s Vision 2040 opportunities — particularly in sectors where the governorate has specific competitive advantages.
For detailed analysis, see the geographic deep dives and investment intelligence sections.