MUSCAT : The fourth edition of the “Together Forward” forum will begin on Sunday, bringing together government representatives and citizens in a national dialogue aimed at strengthening communication, reviewing development progress and shaping future policies in line with Oman Vision 2040.

Organised annually by the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers in line with the directives of His Majesty the Sultan, the forum seeks to provide a participatory platform for citizens to share opinions, proposals and concerns across a wide range of social and economic issues. It also aims to inform the public about key government policies, programmes and initiatives in a constructive and inclusive environment.

This year’s agenda includes a series of discussion and dialogue sessions focused on national development priorities. On the first day, the forum will review progress made over five years in achieving the indicators and targets of Oman Vision 2040, alongside discussions on the economic and developmental pathways of the eleventh five-year plan.

The opening day will also address investment aspirations in priority sectors such as manufacturing, tourism and the digital economy, highlighting the role of the private sector in driving growth. An evening session will focus on governorate development and its role in attracting investment in these sectors.

The second day will feature sessions on improving government services to enhance productivity and competitiveness, promoting self-employment and entrepreneurship to build a sustainable labour market, and holding a dialogue on the economy and business environment. The forum will run alongside an exhibition titled “Achievements of the Present and Visions of the Future.”

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