Oman opens integrated visa and medical screening

The operational headquarters of Oman Visa and Medical Screening Centre was officially inaugurated today in the Philippine capital, Manila.

India, Oman discuss Gulf developments in Manila

India’s External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar met Oman’s Foreign Minister H.E. Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi in Manila.

Oman scores 75% in UN e-government services

Oman reached a major milestone in digital governance by scoring 75 percent in the UN ESCWA 2025 Government Electronic and Mobile Services Maturity Index.

‘Ask before you share’: Oman TRA urges public

The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has reminded the public to respect the privacy of others by obtaining their consent before sharing photographs that clearly identify them on social media or other digital platforms.

Oman urges public to prepare for emergencies

Oman’s National Committee for Emergency Management (NCEM) has urged the public to strengthen preparedness for emergencies by referring to the community version of the National Risk Register.

Oman orders owners to remove stranded vessel

Oman’s Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology has instructed owners of the stranded vessel M/T Caroline Bezengi to remove the ship and its cargo.

Oman urges de-escalation in Red Sea, backs

Oman has called for avoiding escalation and any actions that could threaten freedom of navigation in the Red Sea region, while reaffirming its efforts to support the resumption of the political process and roadmap aimed at achieving security and stability.

Oman prequalifies four companies for veterinary

Oman’s Ministry of Finance has prequalified four companies to compete for the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) project to design, build, finance, operate and maintain veterinary quarantine centres in the Sultanate.

Oman records 2,811 employees with disabilities in

Oman’s private sector recorded 2,811 employees with disabilities, while 542 persons with disabilities secured employment opportunities during the first half of 2026, as part of national efforts to build a more inclusive labour market.

Consumer in Oman receives RO 32,000 replacement

Oman’s Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) has facilitated an amicable settlement between a consumer and a vehicle dealership in North Al Batinah Governorate, resulting in the replacement of a defective vehicle with a brand-new vehicle valued at RO 32,000.

Air Tanzania launches direct Zanzibar service

New three-times-a-week service offers travellers from Oman easier access to Zanzibar, with onward connectivity through Dar es Salaam.

Oman weather alert: Dust storm warning issued for

Oman Meteorology has issued an alert for motorists travelling on Sultan Said bin Taimur Road (Adam-Thumrait), warning of reduced horizontal visibility due to dust and sandstorms caused by increased wind activity.