Salalah forum to empowering water regulation in the GCC
SALALAH, AUG 21Water regulators of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states are due to gather here to take part in the Independent Water Regulatory Forum, which takes place during August 22 – 23,...
Strong rise in tourist flows to UNESCO heritage sites in Dhofar
SALALAH: Three UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Dhofar Governorate have received over 53,000 visitors so far this year, with arrivals seeing a steady uptick during the current khareef season.The most...
Sohar International completes merger with HSBC Oman
MUSCAT: In a disclosure to the Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX), Sohar International Bank SAOG and HSBC Bank Oman SAOG announced yesterday, August 20, 2023, the successful completion of their merger,...
Better safe in khareef than sorry
SALALAH: Incessant rain during the khareef season has led to increased water levels in the wadis of Dhofar Governorate. One such wadi benefitting from the seasonal showers is Wadi Darbat which, along...
Khareef visitors throng Wadi Darbat
Muscat: Mwasalat and Dhofar Municipality have organized shuttle buses for visitors to the viewpoint of Wadi Darbat waterfalls from the parking lot in cooperation with Dhofar Municipality.Visitors are...
Array of festive events awaits khareef visitors
SALALAH, AUG 18Dhofar’s Khareef holiday season affords more than just a memorable holiday amid the governorate’s enchanting subtropical settings. Dhofar Municipality has also laid on array of...
Oman-China bilateral trade tops $40 billion in 2022
SALALAH: In commemoration of the 10th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative, Li Lingbing (pictured), China’s Ambassador to the Sultanate of Oman, addressed the Omani-Chinese Forum, delving...
Dhofar Governors' Forum advances strategic collaboration and economic advancement
SALALAH, AUG 16Dhofar is hosting a high-profile assembly of governors for discussions on strategic collaboration and economic advancement across the governorates of the Sultanate of Oman. The...
Hidden trade: New curbs on proceeds from sales of bullion, precious stones
MUSCAT, AUG 15The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion has issued Ministerial Decision No. 2023/425, which regulates monetary transactions for those engaged in the sale or purchase...
Symposium explores Oman’s frankincense-based cultural heritage
SALALAH: The Sultan Qaboos Youth Complex for Culture and Entertainment in Salalah was the vibrant backdrop for an enlightening symposium that delved into the intricate interplay between frankincense...
Cybersecurity sector to unlock opportunities for economic growth
SALALAH, AUG 14A cybersecurity forum that opened in Salalah on yesterday, has highlighted the potential for the industry to help the Sultanate of Oman diversify its economy and attract investment.The...
Oman attracts $370 million investment in new data hosting, crypto mining centre
SALALAH: Oman's Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology (MTCIT) has welcomed a new entrant to the country's thriving data hosting and processing sector. The Afaaq for...
Oman must harness vast beaches, khareef season to drive tourism: Expert
SALALAH: White sandy beaches overlooking the azure waters of the Arabian Sea, punctuating the 3,165 kilometre coastline of the Sultanate of Oman, should be suitably harnessed to attract beach loving...
Oman attracts investment worth RO135 million in data hosting
SALALAH: The Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology (MoTCIT) inaugurated the Afaaq for Advanced Technologies data hosting and cryptocurrency mining center at Salalah Free...
Khareef revs up Dhofar economy
Salalah, Aug 11 The tide of tourists streaming into khareef-bound Dhofar is having a knock-on effect on the wider economy in the governorate.As disclosed by the National Centre for Statistics and...
A chocolate lover’s delight
SALALAH, AUG 11Chocolate lovers, rejoice! The Chocolate Rathah Festival, which began here earlier this week, is a one-of-a-kind event that immerses guests into the world of delectable chocolate...
Major drive to safeguard Dhofar’s livestock resources
SALALAH: A major livestock immunisation campaign carried out by authorities across Dhofar Governorate – where livestock farming is the economic mainstay of the local population – contributed to...
Enhanced connectivity drives container throughput at Port of Salalah
SALALAH, AUG 9Major improvements in connectivity have spurred an uptrend in gateway container volumes handled at Port of Salalah in recent years, according to a top official of the port.Keld M...
Dubai's Summer Sojourn: A Flourishing Hub for Global Tourism
The city-state of Dubai, renowned for its architectural marvels and opulent allure, stands witness to a noteworthy upsurge in its summer tourism sector. As the first quarter of 2023 unfolds, a...
Forum empowers youth to voice their aspirations
SALALAH -Dhofar Governorate hosted a youth forum recently under the auspices of His Highness Sayyid Marwan bin Turki al Said, Governor of Dhofar. The forum was organised by the Youth Centre in...