Creating enabling environments for children with disabilities discussed

Muscat: The 2nd Oman Childhood Conference, organised by the Children First Association under the patronage of Her Highness Dr. Mona Fahd Al-Said, brought together national and international experts to advance dialogue and collaboration around the...

Oman enhance response to climate disasters

MUSCAT: A Forum on City Resilience to Climate Hazards and Major Incidents commenced its work in Muscat on Monday. Organised by the Ministry of Interior, the three-day forum aims to establish a joint knowledge base among GCC countries on city...

Oman: $36.3mln Al Muzn Project launched in Samayil

MUSCAT - The launch of Al Muzn District, the first fully integrated residential neighbourhood in the Wilayat of Samayil, was announced as part of Oman’s modern urban development efforts. The project comes under the national “Sorouh” initiative for...

Oman: $5.19mln precast factory opens in Halban, Nakhal, boosts construction sector

Nakhal – In a significant boost to Oman’s sustainable development and infrastructure ambitions, the Global Precast Industries Factory was inaugurated on October 5 in Halban, Nakhal, under the patronage of H E Dr Khalfan al Shueili, Minister of...

Oman and Bahrain strengthen economic ties at high-level business forum

MUSCAT : The forum focused on enhancing collaboration across a wide range of sectors, including construction and real estate, banking and finance, industry and energy, food, ICT, retail, healthcare, strategic investments, commercial markets, and...

Vertical axis wind turbines make Oman debut

Muscat: A first-ever batch of Vertical Axis Wind Turbines (VAWTs) has been recently installed at a small water desalination plant in Oman, heralding their wider deployment as a lower-cost—though less efficient — alternative to capital-intensive...

Oman to host OTS 2025 Technology Summit focusing on AI transformation in education and research

MUSCAT : The event will be hosted by the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation and organised by the Research and Education Network (OMREN). This year’s summit focuses on artificial intelligence (AI) as a driving force for...

Oman Across Ages Museum, BP Oman sign clean energy deal

Oman Across Ages Museum signs a cooperation agreement at its headquarters in the Wilayat of Manah with BP Oman to fund and implement a project for installing a grid-connected solar system with a capacity of 800 kW and an annual output of...

Dakhliyah unveils new investment opportunities in Oman's Jebel Shams

Muscat – Dakhliyah has announced new investment opportunities under the Jebel Shams Grand Canyon Project, aimed at attracting private capital, enhancing national income and promoting one of Oman’s most significant tourism destinations. An official...

Oman-Bahrain Economic Forum to Explore Cooperation, Partnerships

Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) will organize an Oman-Bahrain economic forum in Muscat on 7 October 2025 to explore opportunities for cooperation and partnership among private sector establishments, business owners and investors from...

Franchising can enhance entrepreneurship in Oman

Chambers of commerce and industry around the world play a major role in integrated strategic media work. Although these institutions are not primarily media outlets, they have a significant impact in supporting and guiding economic and sectoral...

Oman hosts regional forum to enhance cities' response to climate disasters, crises

Muscat: A Forum on City Resilience to Climate Hazards and Major Incidents commenced its work in Muscat today. Organized by the Ministry of Interior, the three-day forum aims to establish a joint knowledge base among GCC countries on city...

Oman Switzerland Friendship Association unveils plans for  Oman Health Innovation Summit 2026

Muscat: At a reception held at the Grand Hyatt Muscat in honour of H.E. Guy Parmelin, Vice President of the Swiss Federal Council and Minister of Economic Affairs, Education & Research, the Oman Switzerland Friendship Association (OSFA) proudly...

Oman, Belarus to open embassies in Muscat and Minsk in landmark diplomatic move

MUSCAT : The decision was revealed during high-level talks held in Minsk between His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and President Aleksandr Lukashenko. Both leaders welcomed the initiative as a practical move to deepen cooperation. Speaking...

Strategic role of risk management in Oman’s banking sector

The banking sector forms a cornerstone of the Omani economy. It plays a vital role in financing economic activity, supporting financial stability, and fostering sustainable development — in line with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040, which...

Kingfish fishing ban lifted in Oman

Muscat: The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources has announced the end of the seasonal ban on kingfish (known locally as kanad) fishing for the year 2025. The ban, which was in effect from August 15 to October 15, has officially...

Oman: Rethinking urban development

Muscat – At a time when Gulf economies are re-examining their long-term urban strategies, Oman is entering a pivotal phase of its own development journey. A high-level panel discussion titled “Shaping Oman’s Urban Development: Local & Global...

Oman Across Ages Museum signs pact for 800kW solar installation

Manah – In a move that underscores Oman’s commitment to sustainability and clean energy, Oman Across Ages Museum in Manah signed a cooperation agreement with BP Oman on Monday to finance and implement a grid-connected 800kW solar system. The solar...

Oman hosts regional forum on media literacy, AI

MUSCAT, OCT 6 The three-day Regional Forum on Media and Information Literacy (MIL) opened in Muscat under the theme 'Empowering Minds in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.' Organised by the Ministry of Education, represented by the Oman National...

Ready to ‘Lead the Charge’: HerStory Oman Summit & Awards 2025 gets underway

MUSCAT : Hosted by The Arabian Stories (TAS), the landmark event is themed ‘Leading the Charge’, reflecting the dynamic and growing role of women in shaping the Sultanate’s future. Bringing together a powerful mix of entrepreneurs, policymakers,...