MUSCAT: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the Supreme Commander, has issued a royal pardon for 341 prisoners convicted in various cases, including both Omani and foreign nationals. The announcement, made through an official source at the Royal Oman Police, highlights the Sultan’s gesture of compassion and mercy on the occasion of the Prophet’s Birthday…
MUSCAT: On behalf of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, His Highness Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said, Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth, presided over a ceremony at Al Mawlid Hall in Al Alam Palace to commemorate the Prophet’s Birth Anniversary with a recital of the Biography of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). The event highlighted…
MUSCAT: The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has announced its approval for Iraqi Airways to begin operating scheduled flights to Muscat International Airport starting on January 6, 2025. This decision is seen as an important step in enhancing air connectivity between Oman and Iraq, reflecting the CAA’s strategic role in supporting the Sultanate’s position as a…
MUSCAT: On behalf of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, His Highness Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said, Minister of Culture, Sports, and Youth, presided over the recitation of the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) biography at Al Mawlid Hall in Al Alam Palace. The event was organized to commemorate the birthday of the Prophet (PBUH) and…
MUSCAT: A research study conducted by Sultan Qaboos University has identified over 400 species of seaweed in Oman’s seas, with 18 species being unique to the country, most of which are found in the Dhofar Governorate. The study emphasizes the commercial potential of these marine plants, noting that they can be cultivated without the need…
MUSCAT: The Directorate General of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Water Resources has officially launched the National Livestock Vaccination Campaign for the 2025-2026 season in South Al Batinah Governorate. The campaign will extend over eight consecutive months, covering all wilayats within the governorate, and aims to safeguard livestock against priority epidemic and infectious diseases. By focusing on…
MUSCAT: Khalifa bin Hamad Al-Jabri, Board Member of the Oman Olympic Committee and member of the Oman Athletes Committee, alongside Buthaina bint Eid Al-Yaqubi, also a member of the Oman Athletes Committee, participated in the 6th Athletes’ Forum organized by the Olympic Council of Asia in collaboration with the Olympic Solidarity Program. The event took…
MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman is participating in the Second Gulf Housing Conference and Construction Exhibition in Kuwait, running until 6 September 2025, under the theme “Sustainable Housing.” The event focuses on key aspects of residential planning, real estate development, public-private partnerships, financing mechanisms, and the integration of technology in housing solutions. Oman’s involvement highlights…
MUSCAT: The GCC Statistical Committee convened in Muscat under the organization of the GCC Statistical Center (GCC-Stat) to discuss the draft of a joint strategic plan for statistical action covering 2026–2030. The plan aims to enhance the regional statistical framework by integrating data across member states, thereby strengthening evidence-based decision-making processes that support sustainable development…
MUSCAT: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has issued three Royal Decrees that highlight Oman’s commitment to international cooperation and environmental responsibility. The first decree ratifies a framework agreement with Iran aimed at boosting bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, and development. This agreement is seen as a significant step in reinforcing strategic ties between the…
