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The Sultanate of Oman has climbed to the 37th position in the 2024 Global Peace Index (GPI), marking a significant improvement in its global standing. Released last week, this year's GPI, the 18th...

MUSCAT: Amouage, the luxury fragrance house based in the Sultanate of Oman, has once again solidified its reputation in the world of high-end perfumes. The brand's Guidance Eau de Parfum has been...

MUSCAT: The much-anticipated Saham Agricultural City (SAC) project is set to be established in the Sultanate of Oman under the auspices of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (Oman National...

MUSCAT: The real estate sector in the Sultanate of Oman remains resilient and even grows despite economic challenges. This is the main takeaway of the Real Estate Sector Report 2024 published recently...

MUSCAT, JUNE 10The Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) achieved record signing agreements in 2023, reflecting a robust commitment to economic growth and development. With...

MUSCAT: The Internal Investment Committee of the Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology, in collaboration with the Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones...

MUSCAT: An Omani research and development company, Star Drones, has announced the launch of the nation’s first locally-made drone, named "TARIQ" during the COMEX 2024. This innovation is not only a...

MUSCAT, MAY 27The Oman Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has officially announced its intention to licence a new low-cost airline in the Sultanate of Oman, marking a significant milestone in the...

MUSCAT: Said Salim al Shanfari, CEO of Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre (OCEC), recently outlined a vision for sustainability and community engagement during panels organised by Petroleum...

MUSCAT, MAY 22Open banking is set to revolutionise Oman's financial technology (fintech) sector, according to Mohammed al Wahaibi, the CEO of Al Jabr Mena, a venture capital and private equity firm...

MUSCAT: In a year marked by challenges and opportunities, bp Oman has released its annual socio-economic review for 2023, highlighting its commitment to supporting Oman's society and economy while...

MUSCAT: The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) marked a significant milestone in Oman’s aviation sector with the commencement of commercial operations on the new southern runway on Thursday at Muscat...

MUSCAT: Petroleum Development Oman (PDO), the country's largest producer of oil and gas, stands out as a beacon of commitment to promoting In-Country Value (ICV) in the Sultanate of Oman. In 2023, PDO...

MUSCAT, MAY 14The Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) has launched a series of initiatives aimed at enhancing financial literacy, expanding market connectivity and aiming for emerging market status.Haitham al...

MUSCAT, MAY 13A groundbreaking initiative is revolutionising the way people think about energy production and waste management. Dr Lamya al Haj, an Associate Professor at the College of Science at...

MUSCAT, MAY 12Nama Power and Water Procurement Company (Nama PWP) — Oman’s single buyer of output from power generation and water desalination projects — in a groundbreaking development for...

MUSCAT: The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) 2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR) yesterday unveiled a promising future for Oman’s travel & tourism sector. With strong government support and...

Asyad Group, the Omani state-owned integrated shipping and logistics services provider, has been making significant strides towards shaping the future of regional logistics. With a strategic focus on...

MUSCAT, MAY 7Tethys Oil, a Swedish energy firm, has finalised its Field Development Plan (FDP) for Block 56 in Oman, paving the way for commercial production opportunities.The Block 56 FDP is one of...

MUSCAT, MAY 5The Koningsdag (King's Day) of the Netherlands celebration held on Tuesday, April 30, saw Stella Kloth, the Ambassador for the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Oman, deliver a speech...