Overview
Muscat Governorate is Oman’s commercial hub — The capital region — home to 1.4mn people, most government ministries, international airports, Muscat International Airport, and the majority of Oman’s commercial activity.
Population: Approximately 1.4mn
Key economic assets:
- MSX
- Royal Hospital
- Sultan Qaboos University
- Muscat International Airport
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. Muscat Governorate’s development is tracked as part of the ‘complete neighbourhood’ infrastructure programme and regional economic development initiatives.
Strategic Significance
Understanding Muscat 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.