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MUSCAT, FEB 20The Arab insurance industry is poised for responsible integration of artificial intelligence (AI), with key players discussing the need for robust regulatory frameworks at the 34th...

MUSCAT, FEB 20Following a public outcry regarding the quality of M91 motor fuel dispensed by some fuel stations in the Sultanate of Oman, the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion...

MUSCAT, FEB 19Thamrait, a town in Oman's Dhofar Governorate, is poised for a major transformation with the development of the Thamrait Industrial City. This ambitious project aims to not only...

In a strategic move, Oman's Voltamp Energy Company and Saudi Arabia's Al Sharif Holding Group have announced a partnership to establish a high-voltage power transformer production plant in the...

MUSCAT: The ambitious Al Khuwair Downtown and Waterfront Development Project, boasting a hefty $1.3 billion investment, is set to redefine urban living in Oman's capital. Spanning an impressive 3.6...

MUSCAT, Feb 15The Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) unveiled a comprehensive roadmap for 2024, promising further progress and transformation.The MoHUP's ambitious 2024 plan, encompassing...

MUSCAT: Oman's Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) culminated a banner year in 2023, marked by a citizen-centric approach and remarkable achievements. As the nation sets its sights on an...

Muscat: Development and partnership agreements worth over RO 1 billion, linked to the implementation of the Sultan Haitham City project, were signed on Wednesday, at a ceremony held under the auspices...

MUSCAT: Dr Said Mohammed al Saqri, Minister of Economy, has stressed the pivotal role of a dynamic and robust labour market in driving Oman's economic growth and creating opportunities for its...

SALALAH, FEB 11Nestled amidst the verdant mountains and fertile plains of Dhofar Governorate lies Taqah, a town where the whispers of change are beginning to ripple through the lives of its rural...

MUSCAT: A new report issued by the Oman Chamber of Commerce, industry (OCCI) paints a grim picture of the economic and social consequences of the ongoing boycott on certain businesses in the wake of...

Muscat: Leading Omani engineering firm Galfar Engineering and Contracting SAOG has been awarded a five-year contract valued at approximately RO 100 million to undertake project delivery services for...

MUSCAT: The Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MHUP) officially unveiled on Sunday, February 4, 2024, its "Determination to Implement" campaign for Sultan Haitham City, marking a significant step...

MUSCAT: Oman's commitment to sustainability takes a bold leap forward with its ambitious green finance plan. Aiming for 100% green financing for sustainable projects by 2040, the Sultanate of Oman is...

MUSCAT: Ushering in a new era of growth and stability for Oman’s insurance industry, the Ministry of Finance, under the umbrella of Estidamah, has unveiled a comprehensive set of initiatives. This...

MUSCAT: The latest data from the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) reveals a modest expansion in Oman’s private sector workforce, with the number of foreign workers rising by...

MUSCAT: The National Programme for Fiscal Sustainability and Financial Sector Development (Estidamah), spearheaded by the Ministry of Finance, has unveiled a comprehensive roadmap to propel Oman's...

MUSCAT: Trade between the Sultanate of Oman and India has reached record highs, solidifying Muscat’s position as India's leading regional trading partner.According to Indian Ambassador Amit Narang,...

MUSCAT: Oman's commitment to fostering a welcoming investment climate is bearing fruit, with foreign direct investment (FDI) witnessing a robust 26.6% year-on-year jump in the third quarter of 2023....

MUSCAT: China's trade with Oman witnessed modest growth in exports and a significant surge in imports in November 2023 compared to the same month in 2022. While Chinese exports to Oman edged up by...