Dhofar to host major Food Security Forum as Oman

Dhofar will host the Food Security Forum and Exhibition 2026 on Monday, August 10, bringing together policymakers, investors, entrepreneurs and industry experts.

Oman completes 86.7% of National E-Commerce Plan

Oman has completed 86.7 per cent of its National E-Commerce Plan 2022–2027, with 26 of 30 initiatives implemented by the end of 2025.

Why Oman is now among the world’s top three for

Oman has strengthened its position among the world’s most liveable countries, climbing to third place globally in Numbeo’s Quality of Life Index for the first half of 2026, while retaining its position as the highest-ranked country in Asia and the Arab world.

Oman honours Nadhira Al Harthy, fallen climbers

Oman paid tribute to late mountaineer Nadhira Al Harthy and other climbers who lost their lives while attempting to scale Broad Peak in Pakistan, during a memorial ceremony organised by the Consulate General of Nepal in New York.

North Al Sharqiyah sees ongoing rainfall as CAA

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has forecast a mix of rain, thunderstorms, strong winds and dust across parts of Oman on Saturday, August 8.

Oman opens applications to recruit Bangladeshi

Eligible farmers in Oman’s Al Dhahirah Governorate can apply to recruit agricultural workers from Bangladesh under a labour recruitment programme approved by the Ministry of Labour and Royal Oman Police.

Oman issues low-visibility warning on

Motorists urged to exercise caution as strong winds reduce visibility.

Oman launches Seasonal Work Platform to boost

The Ministry of Labour launched a new Seasonal Work Platform to connect job seekers with temporary employment opportunities across Oman.

Oman’s CPA penalises non-compliant fuel station

The Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) has identified a fuel station in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate that failed to comply with approved fuel dispensing standards during a joint inspection campaign.

Oman’s Labour Ministry urges employers to

The Ministry of Labour has called on employers to comply with regulations governing end-of-service gratuity payments for workers who are not covered by the Social Protection Law.

Oman’s Environment Authority clarifies rules on

Oman’s Environment Authority has clarified regulations governing logging activities and the handling of confiscated firewood, stating that enforcement action is taken only when violations of approved rules are established.

Several expat women arrested in Muscat over

The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has arrested a group of expatriate women of African and Asian nationalities in Muscat Governorate on charges relating to public morals and labour law violations.