KIGALI, Rwanda — Rwanda and Oman have agreed to establish resident embassies in Kigali and Muscat, marking a significant development in relations between the two countries.

The agreement was reached during President Paul Kagame’s official visit to Oman on September 7–8, where he held talks with Sultan Haitham bin Tarik.

The new diplomatic presence is expected to strengthen direct communication and accelerate cooperation between Rwanda and Oman.

The two countries also agreed to establish a joint committee and joint business council, creating new mechanisms for advancing bilateral economic and commercial relations.

Several areas have been identified for deeper cooperation, including investment, transport, energy, mining, tourism, logistics, communications, banking and finance.

The visit also produced agreements on visa exemptions for holders of diplomatic, special and service passports and the avoidance of double taxation. Six memoranda of understanding covering areas including trade, investment, labour, agriculture and logistics were also signed.

The agreements could create new opportunities for Rwandan and Omani companies seeking to expand into each other’s markets.

For Rwanda, stronger relations with Oman could also support efforts to broaden international trade and investment partnerships, particularly in logistics and infrastructure.

The establishment of resident embassies is expected to make diplomatic and commercial engagement more regular and accessible.

The latest agreements give Rwanda-Oman relations a stronger institutional foundation and could translate into increased investment and business cooperation in the coming years.