Among other general mandates of the ministry, The Royal Decree 90/2020 specify four main mandates in Space Sector which are as follows:
- Propose policies and strategic plans related to technology and space sciences in a way that contributes to achieving the goals of the Oman development plans
- Establish the national space program in the short, medium and long term, and follow-up on its implementation
- Support programs to develop uses and applications of space science and technology.
- Work towards the establishment of an infrastructure for the development and manufacturing of space systems and satellites