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US urges G20 to pursue growth amid rising debt concerns

ASHEVILLE: US officials urged Group of ​20 country finance leaders on Monday to push harder ​for economic growth as the best way to counter concerns over rising global debt levels. The two-day meeting in Asheville,...

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh, President and CEO of Citizens Bank of Edmond Jill Castilla, CEO of JPMorgan Chase Jamie Dimon attend a plenary session as finance ministers and central bank governors from G20 countries meet in Asheville, North Carolina. - Reuters

Investment portfolio unveiled for food security projects

The investment opportunities are distributed across Oman’s agriculture, aquaculture and related industries.

OIA launches Furas digital platform

The platform, launched under the auspices of Dr Khamis bin Saif al Jabri, Minister of Economy, offers businesses a clearer forward view of procurement demand across a range of sectors.

Asyad acquires Ligentia to expand global footprint

The acquisition effectively doubles Asyad’s capacity to deliver end-to-end, multimodal logistics solutions across global value chains.

Asyad Group acquires Ligentia logistics provider

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War costs France 4-6 billion euros so far: Minister

Local residents sit at the foot of the Statue de la Republique at Place de la Republique in Paris on April 20, 2026. (Photo by Charlotte SIEMON / AFP)

Omani frankincense secures global geographical indication status

The certification affirms the product’s authenticity and strengthens its legal protection across member states under the Geneva Act of the Lisbon Agreement.

CEO TALK: A measured approach to leadership

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OETC attains investment-grade rating from Fitch

The upgrade reflects the company’s track record in operating one of the region’s most efficient electricity transmission networks.

War’s environmental toll could outlast conflict: Report

Dr Aisha al Sarihi & Dr Naser Alsayed

Oman gears up to boost silica sand exports

The pact will help streamline silica sand exports and strengthen the supply chain: ESCC

Oman gains strategic ground as Gulf routes come under strain, IMF says

Geography is not just a matter of location, but of economic advantage: IMF

Aluminium recycling forum set for April 22

The symposium forms part of ongoing efforts to enhance efficiency in the aluminium scrap recycling sector in Oman.

Wheat harvest begins in Al Sharqiyah South

The total cultivated area reached 41 feddans, with expected production exceeding 50 tonnes.

Sanad Centres process over 131,000 transactions in Q1 2026

The performance reflects continued efforts to streamline procedures for citizens, entrepreneurs and investors.

18 farm contracts signed to boost food security

The agreements carry a combined investment value exceeding RO 1.9 million and cover an estimated 300 acres.
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