MUSCAT: Oman’s Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) held a meeting with representatives of major shopping centres on Monday to strengthen coordination over the availability of essential goods, price compliance and the continuity of retail services.
The meeting, held on October 26, focused on mechanisms for cooperation between the authority and retailers to ensure uninterrupted supplies of essential commodities, maintain adequate strategic stocks and protect consumers against pricing irregularities.
According to the CPA, discussions also covered measures to ensure that shopping centres and retail outlets remain prepared to respond to changing market conditions while maintaining stable supplies and services.
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The authority emphasised the importance of closer cooperation with private-sector institutions, particularly supermarkets, shopping centres and other consumer retail establishments, to strengthen market stability and safeguard consumer interests.
The meeting also examined procedures to improve coordination between regulators and retailers, including measures to ensure service continuity and maintain safety standards.
The CPA said the initiative formed part of its broader efforts to strengthen partnerships with the private sector, improve preparedness for potential market disruptions and ensure a prompt response to developments affecting consumers.
It reaffirmed its commitment to protecting consumer rights, enforcing pricing regulations and maintaining a safe and stable shopping environment across Oman.
The authority did not announce any new pricing restrictions or changes to existing retail regulations following the meeting.
