Oman and Afghanistan strengthen bilateral ties

The Sultanate of Oman and Afghanistan have expressed their shared intent to strengthen bilateral ties, with a focus on fostering cooperation in key areas such as trade, investment, food security, and educational exchanges.

MEM signs $25 million exploration deal with OQEP

The Ministry of Energy and Minerals (MEM) has signed an Exploration and Production Sharing Agreement (EPSA) with OQ Exploration and Production Company (OQEP) and Genel Energy, for Block 54, known as the Karawan Concession.

Oman’s CDAA swiftly extinguish house fire

Firefighting teams in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate swiftly contained a house fire in the Wilayat of Bahla

His Majesty Sultan Haitham congratulates

His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of congratulations to Mark Carney on his election as the new Prime Minister of Canada

“Towards Smart Private Libraries”

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth has officially launched the fourth edition of the Excellence Competition for Private Libraries and Cultural Centres, under the theme "Towards Smart Private Libraries: Knowledge Horizons Programme."

Oman’s SJC announces major overhaul of court

The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC), in cooperation with the Ministry of Finance, has announced significant changes to court, public prosecution, and notary public fees as part of the third phase of the government services pricing project.

Oman Investment Authority invests in biopolymers

Oman Investment Authority (OIA) has announced its investment in Tidal Vision, a leading and innovative biopolymers company, through its participation in the Series B funding round conducted by the company.

Muscat sees decline, while Salalah records growth

Passenger traffic at Oman’s airports saw a 6% decline in January 2025, with a total of 1,331,619 travelers compared to 1,417,442 during the same period in 2024, according to preliminary data from the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI).

Oman’s SEZAD seeks consultancy services for

The Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) is inviting bids from specialised consultancy firms to develop an integrated economic cluster for cold chains in the Special Economic Zone at Duqm (SEZAD).

Ministry seeks consultants to design immersive

The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism (MHT) has launched an internal tender to select a consultancy firm to design a 12-day ‘Grand Tour of Oman’.

Hyderabadi community in Oman to host annual

Deccani Wing of the Indian Social Club Oman is preparing to host its annual community iftar this Friday, March 14th, 2025, at the iconic Clock Tower in the Central Business District (CBD).

Oman’s North Batinah inks agreement to

The North Al Batinah Governor's Office signed a cooperation agreement to integrate smart technology into public life in the governorate with Huawei Oman and MENA Invest Company.