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EDITOR IN CHIEF- ABDULLAH BIN SALIM AL SHUEILI
Trade between Oman and India reached around $7 billion in 2024, positioning India as one of Oman’s key trading partners.
CEPA opens Indian market to Omani exports

MUSCAT: The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion has confirmed that the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of India grants preferential access to 97.4 per cent of Omani goods exported to the Indian market, marking a major milestone in bilateral economic relations.The Ministry said the...
Apex Transgulf is launching new production lines dedicated to medical-grade plastic products under the Ladayn Plastics Industries Programme.

Omani firm expands medical plastics manufacturing with RO 11.9 million investment
Rendering of the $1.6 billion polysilicon complex at Sohar Freezone.

Funding boost for Oman polysilicon project’s parent company
The new service marks the airline’s first direct entry into both Iraq and Denmark.

Oman Air celebrates inaugural flight to Copenhagen
Sustainable workplace restructuring requires a delicate balance — one that protects national human capital while allowing companies to remain efficient and competitive, says expert.

Workforce restructuring or signal to Oman’s labour market?
Youssif AbdelAleem, Technical Manager at Al Madina Cement Products, addresses industry stakeholders during the summit.

EPS cement reshapes green building in Oman
With the inclusion of Duqm in CMA CGM’s global network, the shipping line has taken an important step in expanding its footprint across the Middle East and Africa.

CMA CGM launches direct service at the Port of Duqm
Manufacturing prices also fell by 4.1 per cent.

Oman’s producer prices slide
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Commerce ministry to explain India-Oman CEPA on Tuesday
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CBO launches polymer commemorative banknote
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OIA-backed fish canning plant in Duqm boosts value-added fisheries industry
Trade between Oman and India reached around $7 billion in 2024, positioning India as one of Oman’s key trading partners.

CEPA opens Indian market to Omani exports
The biggest initiative currently in Solar Wadi’s project pipeline is a 93 MW solar PV plant under development at Suhar Industrial City.

Solar Wadi targets 500 MWp of renewable capacity in Oman
The number of guests staying at these hotels increased by 10.3 per cent to 1.89 million, up from 1.72 million a year earlier.

Hotel revenues in Oman reach RO 222.1 million
Since the start of 2025, Oman has hosted 24 conferences, reflecting sustained efforts to position the country as a competitive destination for business events.

Business tourism delivers RO 15 million in returns
The upcoming conference will address the strategic, operational and enabling dimensions of space development in the Middle East.

Oman to host second edition of Middle East Space Conference
Trending Stories
The shortlists were selected by independent judging panels under the supervision of the Prize’s Board of Trustees

Bait AlGhasham–DarArab Translation Prize unveils 2026 shortlists

The delegation also toured the Faculty of International Relations. — ONA

Oman, Belarus explore enhancing cultural, academic cooperation

The exhibition will run until December 27 and is being held in conjunction with the Unified Gulf Inmate Week 2025.

GCC week features products made by male and female inmates

The event is part of ongoing efforts to enhance institutional integration and exchange expertise.

Second 'Governorates’ Ambassadors' Forum in Al Dakhiliyah

The facility enjoys logistical advantages that enhance access to regional and global markets.

OIA-backed tuna, sardine canning facility emerges as regional leader

GREEN INNOVATION

GREEN INNOVATION

The opening race, the Lubban for thoroughbreds over 1,200 metres, saw Dhiban secure his second consecutive victory. — Mohammed al Balushi

Royal Cavalry crowned Oman Derby Champions

Al Bashayer asserted complete control and recorded a convincing straight-sets victory over Sohar.

Seeb, Al Bashayer take first-leg advantage in 1st division volleyball semis

BUSINESS VIDEOS
Economy
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Commerce ministry to explain India-Oman CEPA on Tuesday

The Ministry of Commerce and Investment Promotion (MOCIIP) will hold an interaction with media and other stakeholders on December 23 to explain the provisions and respond to queries related to the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)...

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CBO launches polymer commemorative banknote
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OIA-backed fish canning plant in Duqm boosts value-added fisheries industry
Trade between Oman and India reached around $7 billion in 2024, positioning India as one of Oman’s key trading partners.

CEPA opens Indian market to Omani exports
The biggest initiative currently in Solar Wadi’s project pipeline is a 93 MW solar PV plant under development at Suhar Industrial City.

Solar Wadi targets 500 MWp of renewable capacity in Oman
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Oman-India CEPA: Special team will follow up on implementation
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Markets

Many Chinese brands leverage lower prices to appeal to cost-conscious Western consumers. — Reuters

Chinese brands expand in US market despite tariffs

Ooredoo Oman confirms restructuring of non-senior leadership roles

China nears first investment decline in 3 decades

MSX records full ESG compliance

Gold near record levels

Banking

Credit to the private sector increased by 4.4 per cent year-on-year to reach RO 21.6 billion.

Bank credit in Oman up 8.6%

Dollar firm ahead of central bank decisions

Central Bank of Oman rolls out partial payment cheque system

How to use the Omani Rial symbol

Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, mobile transfers: How customers make payments in Oman

Energy

Meg O'Neill, who is set to become BP's next CEO. — Reuters

Energy giant BP extends shakeup with new CEO pick

Oman strengthens e-fuels pipeline with Swiss-backed Suhar initiative

Omani solar PV module project expanded

Sembcorp powers Oman with over 1.1 GW of energy assets

Oil prices rise on possible US sanctions, Venezuela

Aviation
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Working aggressively to attract foreign airlines: Oman Airports CEO

Muscat: Oman Airports said that it is aggressively working on strategies to attract more foreign airlines to start operations in the Sultanate.Speaking to the Observer,  Eng Ahmed al Amri, CEO of...
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Oman Air to meet transformation target for 2025: CCO

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Fewer than 100 A320s still grounded for fix: Airbus

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Airbus narrows software crisis as airlines ride out A320 recall

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Updates done on all A320 aircraft registered in Oman: CAA

ENTREPRENEURS
Commerce ministry to explain India-Oman CEPA on Tuesday

The Ministry of Commerce and Investment Promotion (MOCIIP) will hold an interaction with media and other stakeholders on December 23 to explain the provisions and respond to queries related to the Comprehensive Economic...

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CBO launches polymer commemorative banknote

OIA-backed fish canning plant in Duqm boosts value-added fisheries industry

CEPA opens Indian market to Omani exports
Property
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New OCCI headquarters to come up in Madinat al Irfan
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How long-term visas are reshaping Gulf real estate
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15 firms begin French Architecture Tour 2025 in Muscat
Tourism

The number of guests staying at these hotels increased by 10.3 per cent to 1.89 million, up from 1.72 million a year earlier.

Hotel revenues in Oman reach RO 222.1 million

Business tourism delivers RO 15 million in returns

Earthen architecture for greener construction

Tourism and heritage drive Oman's non-oil growth

Mövenpick celebrates 10 years of kilo of kindness

Oman hosts workshop to boost European tourism

TOURISE announces $113 billion in portfolio investments

Cars

SINOTRUK hosts successful 2025 Global Partner Conference

Tesla reveals cheaper versions of its cars

Jaguar faces a prolonged shutdown after a cyberattack

China is sending its world-beating auto industry into a tailspin

German carmakers, hit by Chinese rivals, stage a comeback

Ford recalls 1.9 million vehicles over faulty rear-view camera

Tesla taps Samsung for AI6 Chips in $16.5 billion deal

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