Book on Oman-Korea historical cooperation launched
MUSCAT: Acting in cooperation with the Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman in Seoul, the National Records and Archives Authority (NRAA) published a book titled "The Sultanate of Oman: Historical...
Omani delegation visits Unicef supply division in Denmark
MUSCAT: A delegation from the Sultanate of Oman on Sunday visited Unicef’s Global Supply and Logistics Hub in Copenhagen. The visit aims to strengthen humanitarian cooperation. The delegation...
Dhofar Scientific Forum Activities begin
SALALAH: The 'Dhofar Scientific Forum,' organised by the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, commenced on Sunday at Dhofar University, targeting students, academics, researchers and...
Oman's artisanal fish landings surge
MUSCAT: By the end of July 2024, Oman’s artisanal fish landings totalled approximately 371,934 tonnes, valued at around RO 276.6 million, according to preliminary statistics from the National Centre...
Food Security Lab 2024 launched
MUSCAT: The Food Security Lab 2024 kicked off on Sunday. The event is organised by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources (MoAFWR), in cooperation with Oman Vision 2040...
Oman at Riyadh GCC Municipal Works Conference
RIYADH: The Sultanate of Oman took part on Sunday in activities of the 12th Gulf Municipal Works Conference, held in Riyadh, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).The three-day event is themed...
Omani identity and culture celebrated in Salalah
SALALAH: The Ministry of Awqaf and Religious Affairs (MoARA), organised an event titled 'Oman Bridges: Identity and Civilisation.'During the five-day event, being held at Sultan Qaboos Youth Complex...
Oman, India explore areas of naval cooperation
MUSCAT: Vice Admiral Abdullah bin Khamis al Raisi, Chief of Staff of the Sultan’s Armed Forces (SAF), received in his office at Muaskar Al Murtafaa on Sunday Vice Admiral Vennam Srinivas, Flag...
World Space Week highlights space tech's role in climate action
MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman joins the world in celebrating World Space Week 2024, held from October 4 to 10 under the theme 'Space and Climate Change.' The event aims to raise awareness about the...
Yacht tourism in Muscat key to boosting Oman's tourism industry
Muscat: Yacht tourism plays a crucial role in boosting marine tourism in the Sultanate of Oman and is an important element in developing the country’s tourism industry.It contributes significantly...
Shura chairman discusses relations with Russian officials
MOSCOW: Khalid bin Hilal al Maawali, Chairman of Majlis Ash’shura, met with Vyacheslav Volodin, Chairman of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, in the capital Moscow,...
Astronomers see Comet C/2023 A3 in Oman’s skies
Muscat: Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS) has been observed by Oman Astronomical Society (OAS).This observation comes as part of the OAS’s efforts to enhance astronomical awareness and contribute...
HH Sayyid Fahd receives heads of ICESCO delegation
Muscat: HH Sayyid Fahd bin Mahmoud al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for the Council of Ministers on Wednesday received heads of delegations participating in the ICESCO Conference, which is hosted by the...
HH Sayyid Bilarab presides over launch of "Startup Accelerator Initiative"
Muscat: The Programme of Omani Promising Startups (POPS) on Wednesday launched a "Startup Accelerator Initiative” under the auspices of HH Sayyid Bilarab bin Haitham al Said, Honorary President of...
RO 160m health projects under way in Dhofar
SALALAH: A high rate of progress has been made in construction works in projects to establish, develop and expand 9 hospitals and health centres in the wilayats of Dhofar Governorate. The projects are...
Oman marks International Day of Older Persons
MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman marked the International Day of Older Persons which is celebrated on October 1 annually, on Tuesday.The Department of Social Development in Al Buraimi Governorate, in...
Khasab readies to welcome winter tourists
Musandam: The Governorate of Musandam, simultaneously with other governorates, is preparing to receive visitors for the winter season which will be from November 2024 to April 2025. Musandam...
Oman, Tanzania review economic cooperation
MUSCAT: Qais bin Mohammed al Yousef, Minister of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, on Monday received the ministers of the Republic of Tanzania and the Government of Zanzibar to discuss...
Oman to make debut at Venice Architecture Biennale
MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth will make its debut at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition (19th Venice Architecture Biennale) which...
Oman condemns attack on UAE Diplomatic Mission in Khartoum
Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman has condemned the attack on the mission of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Khartoum.In a statement issued by the Foreign Ministry on Monday, Oman expressed its...