The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Ambassador Dr Samwel Shelukindo, emphasised the importance of Tanzania and Oman developing effective strategies to address existing challenges and establish clear timelines for their commitments. This call came during a meeting of Permanent Secretaries and experts from both countries in Zanzibar on 9 November 2026, aimed at reviewing cooperative efforts before the upcoming Third Session of the Joint Permanent Commission (JPC).
Ambassador Shelukindo noted that achieving meaningful results from their partnership demands strong commitment, practical strategies, and careful monitoring of agreements, especially in sectors such as trade, transport, investment, and agriculture. He highlighted the deep-rooted historical ties between Tanzania and Oman as a valuable foundation for enhancing cooperation that benefits both nations.
Delegates at the meeting assessed progress on cooperation areas agreed upon during the Second JPC meeting in Muscat, Oman, in 2022. They also identified new priorities aligned with Tanzania’s National Development Vision 2050, focusing on trade and investment, transport, livestock and fisheries, energy and minerals, education, the blue economy, and agriculture.
The meeting, themed “From Historical Friendship to Strategic Partnership: Advancing Trade, Investment and Socio-Economic Development,” is set to conclude on 10 November 2026, with a session at the ministerial level. As part of the process, Tanzania and Oman are expected to sign several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to enhance cooperation in key sectors, further strengthening their diplomatic ties and development opportunities.
