HM inaugurates new identity of Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority
Muscat: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the Supreme Commander, inaugurates the identity of the Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority (CDAA), in reflection of the care and attention accorded by His Majesty to the safety and civil protection system. It also reflects the priority attached by the Authority to enhancing its role in serving citizens and residents. At the behest of His Majesty the Sultan, Gen Sultan Mohammed al Nuamani, Minister of the Royal Office, Head of the Office of the...
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