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During a recent episode of 'Seen', a Ramadhan TV show hosted by Saudi social innovator Ahmad al Shugairi, viewers were introduced to China’s groundbreaking embrace of the “low altitude economy"....

Like a bird in the palm of a child — unaware of its suffering — Europe finds itself trapped by the whims of the current US administration. This imagery, drawn from the ancient Arab poet Qais Ibn...

During the Covid-19 lockdown, I watched Disconnect (2012), a suspense thriller about strangers whose lives unravel through digital dependency. The film’s haunting message — “We’re all more...

The best role models don’t just inspire—they redefine what’s possible. In every society, certain individuals stand out, shaping the future with their courage and vision. Among them are the brave...

MUSCAT, FEB 11It begins with a choice: fight, flee, or submit. Bullying, whether in our schools, businesses or international relations, in its purest form, is the deliberate use of power to instil...

2025 should be the year the Sultanate of Oman prioritises birthrate. A healthy birth rate is not just a measure of population growth; it is the foundation of long-term socio-economic progress and...

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and middle-income families are the engines of economic growth. They generate jobs and income generation opportunities, drive innovation and sustain markets.In Oman,...

The world is pivoting from oil-driven economies to a new era dominated by technology, data, and artificial intelligence (AI). This transformation, described as “technofeudalism” by former Greek...

Imagination is the cornerstone of innovation, yet it is often sidelined in favor of pragmatism and short-term gains. The Sultanate of Oman’s entrepreneurship ecosystem has made commendable progress,...

The global employment landscape is in flux, shaped by rapid technological advancements and evolving geopolitical priorities. As 2025 begins, the debate about the future of work has become a defining...

The information revolution has reshaped our world, transforming the way we work, communicate and access knowledge. Over the past three decades, the Internet has broken barriers, creating a global...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept — it is already transforming our lives at a pace faster than we think. From virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa to personalised...

As we enter 2025, the world is changing rapidly, and the Sultanate of Oman is standing at five crucial crossroads. Geopolitical tensions, technological advances, shifting energy markets, climate...

The recent COP29 summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, brought together nations at a critical juncture in the fight against climate change. Having participated in COP27 in Sharm El Sheikh and COP28 in Dubai,...

As the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) faces rapidly evolving geopolitical challenges, recent legislative amendments signal a bold shift towards a governance model that aligns with regional visions,...

With Donald Trump’s decisive win in the 2024 US presidential election, the Sultanate of Oman finds itself at a strategic crossroads: how to best align with the US in a way that advances mutual...

Among the countless stories I have witnessed in my life, none have been more difficult to share than that of the kids who lose their rhythm. Childhood experiences shape our minds, lives, and...

In an era of shifting global dynamics, certain national models offer powerful lessons on how to build resilient and forward-thinking societies interested in investing in long-term positive...

Few people in modern history have shaken up the global innovation landscape like Elon Musk. In just two decades, Musk has become a name synonymous with technology innovation—his ventures admired by...

Four centuries ago, at the height of Portuguese imperialism, Oman began a defining struggle for liberation under the leadership of Imam Nassir bin Murshid Al Yarubi. This effort eventually freed...