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His Excellency the Minister of Foreign Affairs and his Japanese counterpart affirmed during a press conference in Muscat the importance of reaching a final agreement and a political solution that would contribute to reducing tensions in the region, intensifying international efforts to ensure freedom of maritime navigation in the Strait of Hormuz in accordance with […]
The Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) and the Omani Academy for Small and Medium Enterprises, affiliated with the SME Development Fund “Inma,” have signed a cooperation memorandum aimed at strengthening investment awareness, financial education, and support for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Oman. The agreement reflects Oman’s ongoing efforts to develop entrepreneurship, enhance private sector…
Oman Strengthens Regional Cooperation in Heritage and Historical Research The Sultanate of Oman is preparing to host the 25th Scientific Forum of the History and Archaeology Society of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries in Dhofar Governorate from 24 to 26 August 2026. Organised by the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, the three-day event highlights […]
August 19 – World Photography Day On World Photography Day, celebrated annually on August 19, photography offers a chance to reflect on the power of images to preserve moments, emotions, and memories. For Omani photographer Majda bint Saif Al Maamari, photography has been a journey shaped by passion, creativity, and a love for documenting meaningful […]
A unified national operation is actively underway in southern Oman following the grounding of the commercial vessel Caroline Bezengi off the Kuria Muria Islands (Hallaniyat Islands) in Dhofar Governorate. According to operational directives released by the Government Communication and Performance Development Unit, the incident involves controlled oil leakage from 4 of the vessel’s 12 onboard […]
Since opening its doors in the historic Wilayat of Manah within Ad Dakhiliyah Governorate, the Oman Across Ages Museum has established itself as a premier cultural beacon in the Sultanate and the wider region. By the end of 2025, the landmark cultural institution officially welcomed over 909,000 visitors from across Oman and around the […]
Muscat, Oman – August 17, 2026 The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology continues its intensive rescue and environmental response operations to contain the oil spill from the tanker “Caroline Bysingye,” which remains grounded on a rocky reef near Al Qibliyah Island in the Hallaniyat Islands, Dhofar Governorate. The operations are being carried out […]
Official Statement Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Rawahi, Director General of Maritime Affairs at Oman’s Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, stated that current efforts are focused on stopping the oil leak and stabilizing the vessel stranded near Al Qibliyah Island. Response Plan As an initial step, teams plan to transfer oil from the […]
How alert fishermen, coastal residents, and sea lovers across Oman serve as frontline guardians against marine pollution—and what to do if you spot contaminated waters. Vigilance on the Living Shoreline At sunrise along the coast of Al Wusta, the sea usually tells a familiar story. Gulls circle low over the swells, small skiffs slip quietly […]
In football pitches across Oman, a new generation of athletic talent is quietly forging a path toward regional achievement. Among them is Ahmed Al Ismaili, a standout young ambassador for Manchester Academy Sport, who has officially been selected to join an intensive professional development training camp in Saudi Arabia. The opportunity is the outcome of […]
Marking the 50th anniversary of the State Audit Institution, Oman reflects on half a century of institutional integrity, public trust, and administrative stewardship. The Evolution of Omani Administrative Stewardship His Excellency Zaher bin Suleiman Al-Shaqsi highlighted five decades of continuous institutional development. From the early nation-building years of the 1970s to today’s digital…
Oman’s demographic story is unfolding with exciting momentum. Fresh data from the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) reveals that the Sultanate’s population reached 5,398,645 residents by mid-2026, marking a 1.7 percent increase in just twelve months. Yet beyond the headline figure, this growth signals a profound shift in Oman’s economic landscape, domestic purchasing […]
Environmental monitoring teams intensify containment operations across Ras Madrakah and the Hallaniyat Islands following the grounding of the tanker Caroline Bezengi. Safeguarding the Southern Shores Along the rugged, misty headlands of Dhofar, where the Arabian Sea meets the sandstone bluffs of southern Oman, environmental response teams are working around the clock to safeguard delicate coastal…
