French-led National Water Alliance wins RO 890

Nama Water Services awarded one of the Middle East’s largest performance-based water contracts during His Majesty Sultan Haitham’s France visit, with the 15-year agreement set to modernise water and wastewater services across Muscat and Al Sharqiyah through digital innovation and smart infrastructure.

Oman Health Ministry issues guide on spotting

Oman’s Ministry of Health has launched an awareness campaign to help the public identify counterfeit and substandard medical devices and supplies, urging consumers to verify products before purchase and use.

Oman launches first Civil Defence support force

Oman’s Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority (CDAA) has launched its first support force for the Dhofar Khareef season 2026, strengthening emergency preparedness and safety measures ahead of the annual tourism season.

Oman’s Etlaq Spaceport partners with France’s

Oman’s commercial spaceport operator Etlaq has signed a Letter of Intent with France-based launch services company Latitude to prepare for the first experimental launch of Latitude’s launcher from Etlaq Spaceport.

Oman’s Education Ministry clarifies new

The Ministry of Education has clarified that Ministerial Decision No. 155/2026 on admission requirements for educational specialisations applies only to future applicants and will not affect students already enrolled in education programmes.

Oman implements fifth phase of single-use plastic

Muscat Municipality has announced the implementation of the fifth phase of the ban on single-use plastic shopping bags, effective July 1, 2026.

Suspect arrested for night-time shop break-in and

Police urge businesses to install surveillance systems and avoid keeping large amounts of cash on premises.

Oman, Canada discuss broader cooperation in areas

Oman and Canada have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation and intensifying diplomatic efforts to support regional security, stability and prosperity.

Oman mandates disclosure of allergens in

Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion has issued a circular requiring the disclosure of allergens in cosmetics and personal care products.

Royal Oman Police arrest man in Amerat burglary,

The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has arrested an individual for vandalism and nighttime commercial theft in the Al Amerat, prompting authorities to urge business owners to install surveillance systems and avoid keeping cash on the premises.

Oman, France sign letter of intent to strengthen

Oman and France have signed a Letter of Intent to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the space sector, marking another step in expanding collaboration on scientific research, technology and industrial development.

Residential apartment seized for operating

The Consumer Protection Authority’s (CPA) office in Suwaiq Wilayat has seized a residential apartment that was operating as an illegal, unlicensed cosmetic clinic providing Botox and filler injections.