Oman opens new trade chapter at Russia-Islamic

Oman participated in the opening of the International Economic Forum “Russia and the Islamic World Kazan Forum” and joined the inauguration ceremony marking Kazan as the Capital of Islamic Culture for 2026.

Oman welcomes agreement to release over 1,600

The agreement comes within the framework of understandings previously reached in Muscat in December 2025.

Four expats die of carbon monoxide poisoning

According to police, preliminary investigations revealed that the victims suffocated after inhaling toxic gases emitted from the vehicle’s exhaust while the engine remained running in a closed or poorly ventilated environment.

Oman, Portugal stress political solutions over

Oman’s Foreign Minister, H.E. Sayyid Badr Al Busaidi, held a phone conversation with his Portuguese counterpart.

Inside Muscat’s new youth initiative to turn

The activities of the National Program for Preparing Young Leaders “Qiyadi” officially commenced in Muscat.

Oman expands coral reef restoration to protect

The Environment Authority has intensified its efforts to protect Oman’s marine ecosystems through ongoing coral reef cultivation and restoration projects.

Illegal fishing boats seized in Muscat

Authorities in Muscat Governorate have seized two artisanal fishing boats in Al-Qurm for illegally using encircling nets without a license.

Oman mandates pre-arrival medical exams for

Oman’s Ministry of Labour has announced a new mandatory pre-arrival medical examination and visa procedures system for workers arriving from the Philippines, effective Monday, May 18, 2026.

Oman participates in meeting of GCC financial,

The Sultanate of Oman was represented during the meeting by Sultan Salim Al Habsi, Minister of Finance.

Oman calls for stronger cultural awareness as

Academics, researchers and educators from across Oman gathered at Sohar University on Thursday for a scientific symposium titled “Omani Identity as a National Pillar: Protecting Cultural Constants in a Changing World”.

Oman launches advanced spine endoscopy system at

The Ministry of Health, represented by the Directorate General of Khoula Hospital, launched the ‘Spine Endoscopy System’, funded and supported by the Oman India Fertilizer Company (OMIFCO).

Muscat records highest number of traffic

Oman recorded a significant decline in traffic accidents in 2025, with total reported cases dropping to 1,545, a 17 per cent decrease compared to 2024.