Monday 28 / July / 2025
Salalah: A meeting was held today at the Directorate General of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion in Dhofar Governorate.
The meeting, which included representatives from various government entities and the private sector, aimed to follow up on work progress during the Khareef Dhofar (monsoon) season and complement ongoing efforts to serve visitors to the governorate.
The meeting was chaired by Dr. Saleh Said Masan, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion for Commerce and Industry.
The Undersecretary emphasized the importance of continued provision of essential goods and products, alongside intensified market and commercial outlet inspections to ensure adherence to pricing and service quality. He also stressed the importance of promoting the use of electronic payment methods across various commercial outlets to facilitate shoppers.
Furthermore, the Undersecretary discussed with representatives from authorities concerned with providing temporary work licenses the importance of continuing to offer facilities to companies and establishments operating during the season. This aims to ensure the continuity of economic activities and meet visitors' needs.
Regarding fuel stations, he urged petroleum marketing companies to monitor stations' readiness daily and ensure the availability of all services to meet the increasing demand during the Khareef season.
He emphasized that the unique nature of the Khareef season necessitates continued joint action and an accelerated pace of work, even outside official working hours, to ensure the comfort of visitors and residents from both within and outside Oman.
