Oman extends sick leave insurance to expat

Oman will extend compulsory sick leave and extraordinary leave insurance coverage to expatriate workers in the public and private sectors from July 20, 2026, under a new decision issued by the Social Protection Fund.

Oman highlights judicial development strategy at

The Sultanate of Oman has showcased its experience in strategic planning for judicial development during a dialogue session for heads of supreme courts and judicial councils held in Milan, Italy.

Oman imposes harsher jail terms and fines for

New Penal Code amendments introduce tougher jail terms, higher fines and penalties for offering bribes, while extending liability to intermediaries and bribe givers.

Oman condemns military attacks on Kuwait,

The Sultanate of Oman has condemned the military attacks targeting the territory of the State of Kuwait, reaffirming its full solidarity with the Gulf state and its commitment to regional security and stability.

Oman’s shrimp aquaculture company targets

The Natural Shrimp Aquaculture Company in Qurun area of the Wilayat of Jaalan Bani Bu Hassan, South Sharqiyah Governorate, is targeting the production of 3,200 tonnes of white shrimp this year.

Muscat Municipality unveils revamped Wadi Park in

Muscat Municipality has completed the redevelopment of Al Wadi Park in the Wilayat of Bausher, unveiling a modernised public space designed to promote recreation, sports and environmental sustainability.

Oman foils attempt to smuggle endangered

Authorities in Oman have thwarted an attempt to smuggle endangered Omani spiny-tailed lizards out of Muscat International Airport.

His Majesty Sultan Haitham’s France visit

His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik's official visit to France has attracted widespread international media attention, highlighting its significance for Oman-France relations and regional diplomacy.

His Majesty Sultan Haitham departs for France on

During the visit, His Majesty is scheduled to hold high-level talks with French President Emmanuel Macron.

Oman condemns military attack on Bahrain

The Sultanate of Oman has condemned the military attack targeting the territory of the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Foreign Ministers discuss expanding Oman-Niger

Oman and Niger have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation and expand partnership opportunities.

Doctors in Oman save four lives from a selfless

A single organ donor has given four patients a new lease on life after medical teams at the Royal Hospital, Khoula Hospital and the Omani Center for Organ and Tissue Donation and Transplantation successfully carried out a complex multi-organ donation and transplant operation.