Oman’s 2040 National Spatial Strategy: Economic and Governance Components 1 December 2020

Project Name: Oman’s 2040 National Spatial Strategy, Coordination of Economic and Governance Components

Country: Muscat, Oman

Start Date: 01-06-2017

End Date: 01-12-2020

Client Name: Oman Supreme Council for Planning

Project Details: 

Two key experts from PAL, Mr Esen Caglar and Mr. Emin Dedeoglu have been deployed as Senior Technical Experts by the Supreme Council Planning to oversee the economic and governance aspects of the Oman National Spatial Strategy (ONSS) accompanied by 10 governorate-level regional spatial strategies (RSS).

The tasks for the oversight for Governance component of ONSS included reviewing project documents on behalf of SCP, offering advice on institutional reforms to align spatial plans with socio-economic plans at both central and regional levels. The company's role also encompassed advising on the integration of a new spatial architecture with the existing administrative structure. In addition, the experts examined spatial planning regulations from various countries to identify relevant features applicable to Oman. It facilitated the establishment of multiple working groups and orchestrated several workshops to gather insights from diverse stakeholders regarding reform options. Furthermore, the experts engaged in preparing informative notes and conducting interviews with government officials, contributing to the comprehensive advisory process, in addition to overseeing, managing, and guiding consultants related to ONSS and RSS.

As for the economic component, expert responsibilities included coordinating with the Sultanate’s Vision 2040 process, reviewing economic models, and crafting an investment program. Other tasks included overseeing, managing, guiding, and reviewing the inputs of the ONSS and RSS consultants, in relation to the economic development of Oman. Additionally, PAL experts played a key role in shaping stakeholder participation methodologies and ensuring their effective implementation.

To access ONSS's report titled "Features of the 2040 Urban Strategy", please click here.