MUSCAT : The Special Economic Zone at Duqm (SEZAD) has clarified that no ship accident took place in Duqm, contrary to what has been reported on social media.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, SEZAD said the “video, which had been circulated is of an accident that occured in the Strait of Malacca in Indonesia according to the news published in the international media.”

“Therefore, SEZAD Management would like to stress on the importance to obtain information from its genuine sources and not circulate anything that would harm the reputation of the Zone, which is witnessing rapid growth in investment projects. Otherwise, the Management maintains the right to take legal actions against those who promote that would harm the reputation od SEZAD,” the statement added.

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