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Malaysia–Oman relations

In today's world, Malaysia–Oman relations is a topic that has captured the attention and interest of a large number of people. Since its emergence, Malaysia–Oman relations has generated debate and questions, as well as impacted different aspects of society. Whether due to its historical relevance, its impact on popular culture or its influence on everyday life, Malaysia–Oman relations has managed to transcend borders and generations, becoming a topic of interest to both specialists and the general public. In this article we will explore the different aspects related to Malaysia–Oman relations, analyzing its importance, its implications and its relevance in the current context.

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Malaysia–Oman relations
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Malaysian Embassy, MuscatOmani Embassy, Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia–Oman relations refers to the bilateral relations between Malaysia and Oman. Malaysia has an embassy in Muscat,[1] and Oman has an embassy in Kuala Lumpur.[2] Both countries are members of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation.

History

Official diplomatic relations were established on 15 January 1982.,[3] Embassy of Malaysia in Muscat was established on 17 February 1983.[4] On 3 March 1982, Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad made an official visit to Oman.[5][6][7]

Oman established its embassy in Kuala Lumpur in April 1984.[3]

Economic relations

The total trade between the two countries grew from $28.1 million in 1995 to $1.06 billion in 2006 with Malaysia's exports to Oman increased from $26.4 million to $108 million and imports expanded from $1.7 million to $956 million.[8] In 2009, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between Malaysia and Oman to improve co-ordination of trade and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).[9]

Trade stood at nearly RM500 million during January–October 2010, with Malaysia's main exports to Oman being edible oil, machinery, appliances and parts, wood products, electrical and electronic products. Oman and Malaysia signed an agreement for Oman to import frozen chicken from Malaysia, costing RM120 million. Oman imports most of its food, up to 80%.[10]

In 2011, Shell Malaysia Trading Sdn Bhd (SMTSB) signed a sale and purchase agreement with Oman's National Gas Co SAOG (NGC) to divest its liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) business in West Malaysia at an undisclosed amount.[11] An agreement in cyber security co-operation was also signed between the two countries in 2015.[12]

As of 2013, there are around 1,300 Omani students in Malaysia with 30,000 tourists from Oman have visiting Malaysia, while 1,000 Malaysians are working in Oman mainly in oil and gas, construction medical and as academicians.[13] As of 2017, both countries are working to increase their trade relationship.[14][15] In 2022, Omani ambassador Sheikh Al-Abbas Ibrahim Hamed Al Harthi said that the countries continue to have a positive relationship.[16]

Transport

Oman Air operates direct flights between Muscat and Kuala Lumpur and from Muscat to Penang. [17]

See also

References

  1. ^ "Official Website of Embassy of Malaysia, Muscat". Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Malaysia. Retrieved 1 March 2017.
  2. ^ "Home". Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman, Kuala Lumpur. Retrieved 1 March 2017.
  3. ^ a b "Bilateral relations". Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Retrieved 4 October 2025.
  4. ^ "History". Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Malaysia. Retrieved 1 March 2017.
  5. ^ "Mahathir for 10-day visit to Gulf States on Feb 27" (PDF). The Star. 20 February 1982.
  6. ^ "Mahathir diberi sambutan penuh penghormatan di Oman" (PDF). Utusan Malaysia (in Malay). 4 March 1982.
  7. ^ "PLANNERS TOLD: LEARN FROM DESERT PEOPLE" (PDF). The Star. 8 March 1982.
  8. ^ Anita Joseph (20 January 2008). "Oman, Malaysia ink trade and investment MoU". Times of Oman. Iskandar Malaysia. Retrieved 1 January 2017.[permanent dead link]
  9. ^ The Report: Oman 2010. Oxford Business Group. pp. 18–. ISBN 978-1-907065-13-2.
  10. ^ "M'sia first Islamic nation to supply frozen halal broiler chicken to Oman". Bernama. Yahoo! News. 6 April 2011. Archived from the original on 12 January 2014. Retrieved 13 January 2014.
  11. ^ "Shell Malaysia to divest LPG ops to Oman's National Gas". The Star. 10 May 2012. Retrieved 1 March 2017.
  12. ^ P. Divakaran (21 October 2015). "Malaysia, Oman ink cyber security agreement". The Star. Retrieved 1 March 2017.
  13. ^ "Oman provides business opportunities for Malaysia". Bernama. The Malaysian Times. 3 January 2013. Archived from the original on 2 March 2017. Retrieved 1 March 2017.
  14. ^ "Oman seeks to strengthen trade ties with Malaysia". Gulf News Journal. 25 June 2015. Retrieved 1 March 2017.
  15. ^ "Ithraa conducts successful Malaysian talks". Times of Oman. 26 June 2015. Archived from the original on 2 March 2017. Retrieved 1 March 2017.
  16. ^ "Oman and Malaysia continue to enjoy cordial ties". The Star. 19 November 2022. Retrieved 16 June 2023.
  17. ^ "Routing - Fluent Cargo". www.fluentcargo.com. Retrieved 8 December 2025.
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