OMAN PLANS FOR CUTTING-EDGE ‘FILM CITY’ WITH A MULTI-MILLION INVESTMENT

In a significant development aimed at bolstering Oman’s cultural and creative landscape, the Ministry of Sports, Culture, and Youth has unveiled plans to establish a cutting-edge ‘Film City’ with an estimated investment of OMR12 million ($31.2 million). The initiative, emerging from the outcomes of the Creative and Cultural Workshops held in March, is designed to elevate Oman’s cultural and innovative industries, according to reports from the local daily Oman Observer. The proposed ‘Film City’ project, slated to be situated in Khazaen, Barka, is envisioned as a premier regional hub for film production. It is anticipated to generate substantial employment opportunities, with over 100 jobs earmarked for Omanis in its inaugural year alone. The facility will offer a comprehensive range of services covering all aspects of film production, from pre-production to post-production, positioning Oman as a significant player in the regional entertainment sector. Source: Arab Times