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Al Sharqiyah South growth surges

MUSCAT, APRIL 29Al Sharqiyah South Governorate has recorded strong economic performance in recent years, supported by the implementation of development policies aligned with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040, which...

Work is underway on 158 projects within the governorate’s programme.

Omantel tops RO 500 million in investments

Eng Aladdin Abdullah Hassan Baitfadhil, CEO of Omantel.

Oman’s digital economy investments reach RO 1.2 bn

Eng Said bin Hamoud al Maawali, Minister of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, with the officials and guests during the press gathering.

OPAZ inks MoU to advance smart cities and digital innovative apps

The MoU aims to establish a long term strategic partnership supporting the OPAZ’s efforts to adopt modern technologies.

Major initiatives to transform Oman’s industrial cities

Eng Dawood bin Salim al Haddabi, Chief Executive Officer of Madayn.

Luma Residences unveiled with RO 20 million investment

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Oman 3165: Turning exploration into a sustainable maritime strategy

As Phase 2 progresses towards the Yemeni border, Oman 3165 is increasingly being viewed as a catalyst for dialogue rather than a standalone expedition.

R&D spend in Oman hits RO 160 million

The private sector emerged as the largest contributor to R&D spending, accounting for 46 per cent of the total.

AI emerges as key growth segment in Oman

A dedicated artificial intelligence zone to attract AI-focused institutions and startups from Oman, the Middle East and Africa.

11th Plan sets flexible growth blueprint in Oman

At the economic level, the plan prioritises sustainable diversification, innovation and fiscal discipline.

Social protection and jobs anchor 11th Plan in Oman

About RO 100 million is to be allocated annually to employment programmes during the plan period.

Trade surplus in Oman remains strong at RO 4.7 billion

The total value of recorded merchandise imports rose by 6.8 per cent to RO 14.669 billion.

Global Financial Centre to come up in Oman

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Governorate development spending hits RO 507m

Key initiatives included the paving of internal roads, the development of public parks, and the establishment of waterfronts.

‘Oman Celebrates’ campaign to stimulate local economy

The month long campaign aims to strengthen public–private sector partnerships, stimulate economic and commercial activity, and boost overall trade momentum across Oman

200km dedicated H2 pipeline planned in Al Duqm

Key Omani national utilities are leading the build-out of an integrated Common-Use Infrastructure (CUI) for the green hydrogen sector.
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