MUSCAT: The two-day opening programme, scheduled for Sunday and Monday, November 15 and 16, will mark the start of the Council’s final ordinary session of its current tenth term (2023–2027), in accordance with Article 41 of the Oman Council Law.

According to the Council, the opening sessions will include the swearing-in of the new Shura Council member representing the Wilayat of Shinas, a review of the draft State Budget for 2027, and consideration of a number of draft laws and agreements.

Members will also discuss plans submitted by the Council’s permanent committees and the programme for ministerial statements during the fourth ordinary session.

His Excellency Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Nadabi, Secretary-General of the Shura Council, said the Council was entering the final session of its tenth term with continued engagement in national affairs and the decision-making process.

He highlighted the Council’s legislative and parliamentary contributions over its first three sessions, which included 73 legislative outputs, the use of 680 parliamentary follow-up tools and agreement on 26 draft laws during joint sessions of the Council of Oman.

As part of its preparations, the Shura Council will hold its annual media meeting on November 11, 2026. The meeting aims to strengthen community participation and promote direct communication with media organisations.