MUSCAT : Oman’s Diwan of Royal Court has announced the introduction of four major national awards to mark Accession Day, underscoring the Sultanate’s commitment to advancing culture, innovation, economic competitiveness and balanced regional development.
In a statement carried by state media, the Diwan of Royal Court said the awards will be presented in four categories: the His Majesty the Sultan’s Award for Culture and Society, His Majesty Sultan’s Award for Scientific Research and Innovation, His Majesty the Sultan’s Award for Economy, Business and Digital Excellence, and His Majesty the Sultan’s Award for Governorate Development.
The Royal Court said the Culture and Society Award will carry a value of RO 625,000, while the Award for Scientific Research and Innovation will be valued at RO 123,000.
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The Award for Economy, Business and Digital Excellence will carry a prize of RO 445,000, while the Award for Governorate Development will be valued at RO 1.07 million, state media reported.
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