Port Electrification in Oman: Hutchison Ports Sohar signed an agreement in Shanghai to procure 12 automated electric Rubber Tyred Gantry Cranes, aiming to cut emissions and boost efficiency at the terminal, with delivery planned for Q2 2027. Climate-Smart Farming: Oman launched a major carbon-removal, food-security agriculture project in Dhofar (Hanfit, Thamrait) using moringa cultivation, desert greening, carbon sequestration and renewable-powered irrigation across about 10.5 million sq m. Industrial Solar Push: Madayn unveiled a 5-year plan for 90 infrastructure projects across industrial cities, including a large solar hub in Suhar expected to supply clean energy to 200+ industrial units and reduce carbon emissions. Food Security at the Edge: Musandam is accelerating investments in aquaculture, fisheries, agriculture, livestock and water resources to reach self-sufficiency and later expand toward exports. Heat-Health Watch: GCC “midday sun” rules are back for outdoor worker protection as Oman and the region face extreme summer temperatures. Hormuz Shockwaves: UN-linked reporting warns the Strait of Hormuz crisis is driving a worsening global hunger emergency, with millions pushed into critical food insecurity.