China-Oman Economic Relations
China is Oman's largest trading partner and a major investor in infrastructure. The relationship spans energy (crude imports), infrastructure (BRI investments), and industrial development — creating both opportunity and dependency questions.
India-Middle East-Europe Corridor (IMEC)
IMEC is a proposed multi-modal trade corridor connecting India to Europe via the Gulf — announced at the G20 in 2023. Oman's ports (Sohar, Duqm) are positioned as potential key nodes if the corridor is realised.
Oman's Neutral Foreign Policy — Economic Asset
Oman's distinctive policy of maintaining diplomatic relations with all parties — Iran, Israel, the US, Russia, China, and GCC simultaneously — is not just political philosophy but a concrete economic asset.
Strait of Hormuz: Oman's Unavoidable Geopolitical Risk
The Strait of Hormuz — through which approximately 20% of global oil trade passes — defines Oman's unavoidable geopolitical vulnerability. Understanding the risk, mitigation measures, and investment implications.