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MUSCAT, SEPT 7 The Sultanate of Oman is moving to enhance investment in the mining sector, with the focus gradually moving from the stage of exploring mineral resources to developing projects capable...

MUSCAT, SEPT 1 The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources has formally announced the start of the 2026 shrimp fishing season, which runs from September 1 to the end of November - an...

The results of the 2025 Omani Research and Development Pilot Survey, published in 2026, revealed that total spending on research and development (R&D) activities reached RO 189.42 million, equivalent...

MUSCA: Maintenance work continues on paved roads in Al Wusta Governorate as part of a project valued at approximately RO 6.4 million. This project encompasses the maintenance of 1,244 kilometres of...

MUSCAT, AUGUST 17 The Marsa liquefied natural gas (LNG) project at Sohar Port continues its progress towards establishing the port as a regional hub for bunkering ships with LNG. Construction of the...

MUSCAT, AUGUST 16 The seasonal ban on fishing, possessing and trading kingfish along all coasts of Oman has taken effect, with the measure set to remain in force until October 15, 2026, as the...

MUSCAT: In a move aimed at transforming the growing demand for electrical sector components and equipment into investment and industrial opportunities within the Sultanate of Oman, 10 agreements were...

MUSCAT: The Ministry of Labour intensified its efforts to regulate the labour market during the first half of 2026 by increasing inspections, updating legislative frameworks, and supporting...

In Oman, the question is no longer whether consumers will buy online, but rather to what extent e-commerce will become a natural part of daily economic life. In just a few years, Omani e-commerce has...

An Omani-Nepalese Business Forum opened in Muscat on Wednesday, bringing together business leaders from both countries to strengthen commercial ties and explore new trade and investment...

The Ministry of Labour, in coordination with the Social Protection Fund, affirmed that employers' commitment to paying insurance contributions is a fundamental pillar for the sustainability of...

The participation of the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) in the official delegation of the Sultanate of Oman to the Islamic Republic of Mauritania underscores the Chamber's vital...

MUSCAT: The small and medium enterprises (SMEs) sector in the Sultanate of Oman recorded accelerated growth during the first half of 2026, driven by an expanding base of businesses, increased funding...

MUSCAT, JULY 7 Oman aims to avoid approximately 9 million tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by 2030, according to Eng Hamoud bin Hamad al Sawafi, Director General of Renewable Energy and...

Social media has become deeply embedded in children’s daily lives, serving as a platform for learning, communication and entertainment. While it offers significant opportunities for development and...

Between the lines of Arabic script and the glitter of gold, Omani ornamentation weaves tales of a civilisation that has spanned centuries, remaining a testament to the fact that traditional crafts are...

MUSCAT, JUNE 28 Electric trucks are gaining traction in Oman's transportation and logistics sector, with companies increasingly adopting them as a more efficient and sustainable alternative. This...

MUSCAT, JUNE 24 As the Muttrah Teleferik cable car project prepares for its trial run in December, the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) has announced a range of investment...

MUSCAT, JUNE 23 At a time when the global trade landscape is rapidly evolving and the need for secure, flexible logistics corridors is becoming increasingly critical, the Port of Duqm is emerging as...

The Sultanate of Oman is poised for a new phase of real estate growth in 2026, driven by economic diversification, modern legislation, and major urban development projects that solidify its position...