We, Haitham bin Tarik, the Sultan of Oman
after perusal of the Basic Statute of the State,
and the Technical Cooperation Agreement Between the Government of the Sultanate of Oman and the Government of the Republic of Angola signed in the city of Luanda on 18 September 2026,
and in pursuance of public interest,
have decreed as follows
Article I
The mentioned agreement is hereby ratified in the form attached.
Article II
This decree must be published in the Official Gazette, and comes into force on the date of its issuance.
Issued on: 2 Jumada Al-Awwal 1448
Corresponding to: 13 October 2026
Haitham bin Tarik
Sultan of Oman
Published in Official Gazette 1670 issued on 18 October 2026.
TECHNICAL COOPERATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE GOVERNMENT OF THE SULTANATE OF OMAN AND THE GOVERNMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF ANGOLA
The Government of the Sultanate of Oman and the Government of the Republic of Angola (hereinafter referred to as the ” Parties”),
Seeking to strengthen the bonds of friendship and cooperation between their peoples and governments, based on the principles of equality, mutual respect for sovereignty, and reciprocity of advantages;
Taking into account the shared vision for sustainable development and economic diversification, as reflected in Oman’s Vision 2040 and Angola’s Long-Term Development Strategy “Angola 2050” as well as its National Development Plan (NDP) 2023-2027;
Recognizing that cooperation under this Agreement shall deepen bilateral relations, create new opportunities for economic and social progress, and contribute to the well-being of their peoples.
HAVE AGREED AS FOLLOWS:
ARTICLE 1
OBJECTIVES
This Agreement aims to establish a comprehensive framework for cooperation in the economic, scientific, technical, and cultural fields, and to improve bilateral relations through promoting knowledge sharing, capacity-building, trade and industrial exchange and mutual investment in areas of common interest which contribute to the sustainable development and prosperity of both countries.
ARTICLE 2
SCOPE OF COOPERATION
The Parties shall cooperate, in accordance with the laws and regulations in force in both countries, in the following areas:
1. Economic Development and Investment.
2. Technology and Innovation.
3. Environment and Natural Resources.
4. Education and Human Capital.
5. Culture, Arts and Heritage.
6. Energy and Mining.
7. Fisheries, Agriculture and Water resources.
8. Transport and Logistics.
9. Tourism.
10. Health.
11. Social Welfare.
The Parties may agree to add other areas of cooperation.
ARTICLE 3
IMPLEMENTATION MECHANISMS
The Parties shall implement the areas of cooperation referred to in Article 2 of this Agreement, especially through:
1. facilitating the exchange of technical delegations, experts and joint working groups to identify priority areas, assess their technical requirements and develop viable plans for implementation.
2. organizing joint workshops, training programs, and seminars to strengthen human resources capacity and technical skills
ARTICLE 4
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND INVESTMENT PROMOTION
1. The Parties shall encourage collaboration between their private sectors in key industries, including agriculture, fisheries, mining and renewable energy.
2. The Parties shall hold an “Omani-Angolian Investment Forum” and organized based on mutual agreement through diplomatic channels, alternating between the two countries or held virtually to showcase investment opportunities and promote bilateral trade.
3. The Parties shall explore mechanisms to reduce technical barriers and establish favourable conditions for mutual investment and trade.
ARTICLE 5
EDUCATION AND CULTURAL EXCHANGE
1. The Government of the Sultanate of Oman shall provide to the Government of the Republic of Angola, subject to financial resources availability and coordination between the competent entities of the Parties through diplomatic channels, the following:
a) a set number of annual scholarships for students, holders of Angolan nationality, to undertake undergraduate and postgraduate studies at Omani universities, covering tuition, accommodation and living expenses.
b) vocational training programs, which shall focus on youth empowerment, skills development and entrepreneurship.
c) specialized training courses to diplomats of the Government of the Republic of Angola at the Diplomatic Academy of the Foreign Ministry, which shall aim to improve their capacity in international relations based on agreed programs between competent entities.
2. Each Party shall strive to participate in the cultural festivals, exhibitions and exchange programs held by the other Party to promote mutual understanding and appreciation of cultures diversity.
ARTICLE 6
COORDINATING COMMITTEE
1. The Parties agree establish a coordinating committee to supervise the implementation of this Agreement and propose new collaborative initiatives. The Committee shall be supervised by the Foreign Ministries of the two countries and headed by the heads of the relevant departments in these two ministries.
2. The Committee shall meet biennially, alternating between Muscat and Luanda, or as agreed through the diplomatic channels. The agenda, duration and level of representation of the meetings shall be determined in advance through diplomatic channels.
3. The Commission shall provide interim reports to the Foreign Ministers of the Parties to ensure transparency and address any challenges.
ARTICLE 7
AMENDMENTS
This Agreement may be amended in writing by mutual consent of the Parties and shall enter into force in accordance with the procedures referred to in Article 10 of this Agreement.
ARTICLE 8
DISPUTES RESOLUTION
Any disputes arising from the interpretation or implementation of the provisions of this Agreement shall be resolved amicably through the coordinating committee and negotiations between the Parties through the diplomatic channels.
ARTICLE 9
COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS AND REGULATIONS
1. The Parties shall implement this Agreement in accordance with the laws and regulations in force in both countries.
2. This Agreement shall not affect the obligations arising under other bilateral agreements concluded between the two countries.
ARTICLE 10
CONFIDENTIALITY
The Parties shall maintain the confidentiality of information obtained under this Agreement and may not disclose it to any third party without the consent of the other Party.
ARTICLE 11
ENTRY INTO FORCE, DURATION AND TERMINATION
1. This Agreement shall enter into force thirty (30) days after receipt of the last written notification, exchanged through diplomatic channels between the Parties, indicating the completion of the internal legal procedures necessary.
2. The Agreement remains valid for a period of five (5) years, automatically renewable for other equal and successive periods, unless one of the Parties notifies the other Party in writing, through diplomatic channels, of its decision to terminate it at least sixty (60) days before the application of such termination.
3. The termination of this Agreement shall not affect the development of activities that are being carried out, unless the Parties so decide, by mutual agreement in writing.
This Agreement is signed in Luanda, on Thursday, 6 Rabi’ al-Akhir 1448 H, 18 September 2026, in two (2) originals copies in the Arabic, Portuguese and English languages, all texts being equally authentic. In case of discrepancy in interpretation, the English text prevails.
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