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Oman: Duqm receives investments worth over $2bln in tourism
Duqm - The total investment committed to the tourism sector in the Special Economic Zone at Duqm (SEZD) by the end of last year amounted to more than RO853 million. The list of tourism investments in Duqm includes 21 hotels, 10 hotel apartments,...

Sweets of Oman ordered to pay RO 5 million; liquidation invalidated by court
MUSCAT : In a disclosure on Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) Oman Sweets Company announced – through its liquidator Morrison Muscat Chartered Accountants – the details of the ruling issued in two related lawsuits: one filed by the Financial Services...

Abraj signs strategic agreement with PDO to provide six onshore rigs in Oman’s Block 6
MUSCAT – Drilling operations are scheduled to commence gradually starting in the fourth quarter of 2026. This agreement marks a significant expansion milestone within the framework of the extended partnership between Abraj and PDO, highlighting...

Taageer Finance, Oman Aviation Academy partner to offer aviator financing
Travel, Tourism & Hospitality July 2025 157 Taageer Finance Company has partnered with Oman Aviation Academy to offer flexible financing options for students, allowing them to pursue their careers without the upfront costs of aviation training....

SOHAR Port and HYNAT to develop natural hydrogen value chain in Oman
SOHAR Port and Freezone has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Swiss company HYNAT to develop a natural hydrogen value chain in Oman. Courtesy of SOHAR Port and Freezone As disclosed, the collaboration will focus on the identification...

Preference modification phase continues, registration for Omani cultural programme opens on Thursday
Muscat: The Higher Education Admission Center (HEAC) of the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, continues to receive preference modification requests for undergraduate admissions for the 2025/2026 academic year, with this phase...

Abraj Energy Services expands strategic partnerships
Muscat: Abraj Energy Services has signed a strategic agreement with Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) to provide six onshore drilling rigs for Concession Area 6, a key strategic asset that forms a fundamental pillar of Oman's energy sector....

Two Omani projects among top 13 globally at London International Youth Science Forum
Muscat: Two Omani research projects have been selected among the top 13 global projects to be showcased at the 66th edition of the London International Youth Science Forum (LIYSF) 2025. Oman is represented at the forum by five innovative...

Two Omani projects among top 13 global entries at London International Youth Science Forum
MUSCAT – The Sultanate of Oman is participating in the forum with five scientific projects, chosen from over 340 local research and innovation entries. Out of these, two projects have qualified for the elite global list, marking a significant...

Oman at 2nd UN Food Summit
As per the Royal directives of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, Dr Saud bin Hamoud al Habsi, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, will lead the Sultanate of Oman’s delegation at the 2nd UN Food Systems Summit Stocktake...

Mission impossible? Indo-Pacific energy security cooperation
This article first appeared on Pacific Forum and is republished with permission. Read the original here. The recent attacks by Israel and the United States on Iran’s clandestine nuclear facilities have had a detrimental effect on the economic and...

Top firms bid for Musandam Airport construction works
Several local and international companies have submitted bids for the pre-qualification of contractors for the design and construction of enabling works to the Proposed Musandam Airport in the Wilayat Khasab in Musandam Governorate. Around 20...

Oman’s astronomical heritage fuels modern space aspirations
Muscat – Oman’s deep-rooted tradition in astronomy, once vital for agriculture, seafaring and daily life, is now helping lay the foundation for scientific advancement in the fields of astronomy and space science. At the heart of this effort is...

Oman to take part in 2nd UN Food Systems Summit in Addis Ababa
Muscat – As per Royal Directives of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, Saud bin Hamoud al Habsi, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, will lead Oman’s delegation at the 2nd UN Food Systems Summit Stocktake (UNFSS+4) in Addis...

President Museveni calls for greater global cooperation to boost African Coffee production
Ethiopia’s Minister of Agriculture, Girma Amente welcoms Uganda’s Vice President Jessica Alupo at Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Museveni has called for global cooperation to enhance African...

Aaradhya Disposal Industries IPO to open on August 4, sets price band at Rs 110 to Rs 116
Aaradhya Disposal Industries has announced that its initial public offering (IPO) will open for subscription on Monday, August 4 and will close on August 6. The company intends to raise Rs 45.10 crore through the offering and aims to be listed on...

Oman establishes first national company for health insurance claims management
MUSCAT – The company, backed by a national vision aligned with Oman Vision 2040, is poised to bring international standards and smart solutions to a sector experiencing rapid growth. This milestone comes amid increasing demand for efficient and...

Oman participates in 2nd UN Food Systems Summit in Addis Ababa
Muscat: As per the Royal directives of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, Dr. Saud bin Hamoud Al Habsi, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, left here today to lead the Sultanate of Oman's delegation at the 2nd UN Food...

Dangote Refinery appoints new CEO David Bird
Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery has appointed the former head of Oman’s Duqm refinery, David Bird, as chief executive officer of its petroleum and petrochemicals business. This was disclosed by S & P Global Commodity Insights on Friday. Bird’s...

Commercial establishment in Oman fined RO 1,000, sentenced to jail for violating consumer law
MUSCAT – The court sentenced the owner of the establishment and his business partner to one month in prison and imposed a fine of RO 1,000. They were also ordered to cover the criminal case expenses. The verdict follows a complaint filed by a...