The United Arab Emirates strengthened its position as Oman’s leading trading partner in 2025, topping the Sultanate’s non oil exports, re export activity, and merchandise imports, according to newly released official data.
The figures highlight deepening economic ties between the neighboring Gulf economies and reflect growing regional trade momentum driven by diversification efforts.
Statistics published by Oman National Centre for Statistics and Information and reported by Oman News Agency showed that the UAE ranked first as a destination for Omani non oil exports, receiving goods valued at more than RO 1.311 billion. This represented a significant growth rate of 25.3 percent compared to the previous year.
The UAE also dominated Oman’s re export trade, accounting for 35.2 percent of total activity valued at RO 724 million, marking a 27.2 percent increase. At the same time, Omani merchandise imports from the UAE rose by 5.4 percent, surpassing RO 4.1 billion.
Overall, Oman recorded strong performance across its non oil foreign trade sector. Non oil exports, including chemicals, metals, and machinery, grew by 7.5 percent to reach RO 6.7 billion, while re export activities surged by 20.3 percent to total RO 2.056 billion. Officials attributed the growth to government initiatives aimed at strengthening port operations and supporting productive industries.
Other key trading partners included Saudi Arabia, India, China, Iran, and the United Kingdom, each contributing varying shares across export and import categories. The latest data underscores the UAE’s central role in regional commerce as both countries continue to expand economic cooperation beyond hydrocarbons.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
