Oman Childhood Conference kicks off, focuses on empowering children with disabilities through technology

MUSCAT : Organised by the Children First Association, the three-day conference brings together local and international experts to focus on the rehabilitation and empowerment of children with disabilities through modern technologies and inclusive...

Six Senses Zighy Bay, Oman receives one MICHELIN Key

Six Senses Zighy Bay has been awarded one MICHELIN Key in the inaugural 2025 global MICHELIN Key Hotels selection, recognising the resort among the world’s most exceptional hospitality destinations. The MICHELIN Key Hotels distinction highlights...

Oman: Development Bank boosts small business financing to $259.7mln

Muscat – The Development Bank has announced that its loan portfolio for small enterprises has exceeded RO100mn by the end of September 2025. The bank has financed more than 20,000 small projects across production and service sectors in all...

Oman: OQAE launches Oman’s first large-scale SuperESCO project

MUSCAT: OQ Alternative Energy (OQAE), a subsidiary of OQ, Oman’s global energy investment group, announced on Monday, October 13, 2025, the launch of Oman’s first large-scale SuperESCO project. Through the SuperESCO model, OQAE will implement...

Oman: Salalah’s charter season takes off with strong European arrivals

The winter charter season in Salalah is witnessing a strong tourist outlook from European countries with the arrival of charters from the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Italy. While the Italian charter carrying 66 tourists landed in Salalah on...

Oman Vision 2040: Tourism meets sustainability

As a tourism researcher who has worked in destinations across the globe, I have often seen the same dilemma: how can countries welcome visitors and economic growth without eroding the very landscapes and traditions that make them special? Through...

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...

Oman: Vale team explores investment opportunities in SEZAD

A delegation from the Board of Directors of Vale International visited the Special Economic Zone at Duqm (SEZAD) to review the available investment opportunities, infrastructure, and ongoing projects in the area. Vale plans to establish an...

New chief executive for Te Omanga Hospice

Di Taylor will begin her new role on December 1. Di Taylor was most recently general manager of TenFour Technology. Hutt Valley’s Te Omanga Hospice has appointed Di Taylor as its new chief executive. Taylor will replace current chief executive...

Te Omanga Hospice Appoints Di Taylor As Its New Chief Executive

Press Release – Te Omanga Hospice Most recently, Di served as General Manager of TenFour Technology, leading the business through significant operational change to ensure long-term sustainability and resilience. Di Taylor, Te Omanga Hospice Chief...

Omani police arrest man for hunting Arabian gazelle

Oman’s Environment Authority, in cooperation with the Royal Oman Police (ROP), arrested an individual for illegally hunting an Arabian gazelle inside a designated nature reserve area. Authorities confiscated a bag containing the remains of the...

Oman marks World Standards Day

MUSCAT: Represented by the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, the Sultanate of Oman will join the international community in observing World Standards Day on Tuesday. The event will be celebrated under the theme "A Shared...

Oman develops new roadmap to strengthen food security

Muscat – Efforts for the sultanate’s food security are being advanced through a new strategic framework focused on sustainability, innovation and economic resilience. Under the Food Security Lab 2025, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and...

Oman participates in Sharm El-Sheikh Gaza Peace Summit

MUSCAT — Acting on the Royal directives of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, Foreign Minister His Excellency Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Al Busaidi led the delegation of the Sultanate of Oman to the Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit in Egypt....

Oman unveils National Risk Register to boost community preparedness

Muscat – In a move aimed at strengthening national resilience and empowering communities with greater awareness of potential threats, a community version of the National Risk Register (NRR) was launched on Monday. The initiative seeks to...

Oman Vision 2040: Where tourism meets sustainability and soul

As a tourism researcher who has worked in destinations across the globe, I have often seen the same dilemma: how can countries welcome visitors and economic growth without eroding the very landscapes and traditions that make them special? Through...

Oman to formalise agreement with World Bank Group to establish an office

Washington: In a significant development, Sultan bin Salim Al Habsi, Minister of Finance will formalise an agreement with the World Bank Group to establish a comprehensive country office in Oman. This strategic representation will encompass the...

Oman advances energy transition strategy at major industry conference

Muscat – Oman’s energy transformation agenda took center stage as the fourth Oman Electricity and Energy Conference 2025 inaugurated today under the theme “Accelerating Oman’s Energy Transition.” The three-day conference, hosted at Oman Convention...

Oman set for a warmer and drier winter, Met predicts

Muscat: The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has issued its seasonal weather forecast for October to December 2025, indicating that the Sultanate of Oman is likely to experience a warmer-than-usual winter accompanied by below-average rainfall in...

Dhofar pasture initiative set to transform Oman’s livestock sector from consumer to sustainable producer

MUSCAT – The meeting focused on reviewing the updated initiative document, incorporating amendments proposed by government bodies, private sector stakeholders, civil society organizations, and businesses. The initiative seeks to protect...