Oman Vision 2040 is the national reference for economic and social planning for the period of 2021–2040, and the source of national sector strategies and five-year development plans. It was put in place under the wise guidance of His Majesty the late Sultan Qaboos Bin Said, and carried forward by His Majesty Haitham Bin Tarik.

After being developed with extensive participation by the community, Oman Vision 2040 was approved by His Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik in 2020, then put into action as of early January 2021 and will remain in force until 2040.

The Timeline of Oman Vision 2040

Royal directives and establishment of the main committee Work of the National Priorities and Strategies Alignment Committee Accreditation of vision pillars Establishment of committees and work teams Diagnosis of the current situation Future foresight and scenarios Identification of strategic directions and objectives Communication initiatives Identification of indicators and targets The National Conference & initial Vision document Implementation Follow-up Unit & final Vision document Launch of vision document
2013 2015–2016 Jan 2017 Mar 2017 Oct 2017 Dec 2017 Mar 2018 Jul 2018 Dec 2018 Jan 2019 Aug 2020 Dec 2020

Community Participation

In order to enhance the role of the different sectors of Omani society in building our country’s future, Oman Vision 2040 developed a participatory approach. Individuals from all governorates, government and private sectors, civil society, municipal councils, academic institutions, special-needs communities, students, and expatriates shared their views and inputs at various stages of the Vision’s development.

Key Statistical Data for Society Participation

More than 41,000 participants contributed to developing Oman Vision 2040, as follows:

Forums & Workshops Virtual Labs Governorates Tour National Conference Post-Conference Interactions Committee Works Surveys Social Media Interactions Communication Initiatives
850 5,000 3,000 3,300 18,000 250 3,400 6,300 900

Stages of Community Participation

  • Preparation and diagnosis
  • Foresight and scenario development
  • Identification of directions and targets
  • Communication initiatives & "Across Oman" tour
  • National conference

Roles & Responsibilities: Implementation Follow-up Unit

  • Tracking achievement of Vision 2040 targets, results, and indicators.
  • Monitoring policies for easing procedures and facilitating services.
  • Creating a motivating environment for Vision 2040.
  • Supporting implementing entities and fostering partnerships.
  • Developing procedures to ensure best customer services.
  • Enhancing cooperation and promoting innovation and quality practices.
  • Promoting public–private sector collaboration on Vision projects.
  • Ensuring quality of public services according to approved standards.