GCC: The session focused on a wide range of urgent human rights issues facing the Arab world. Experts and activists gathered to discuss the ongoing challenges related to political freedoms, the rights of women and minorities, and the protection of refugees and displaced individuals. The importance of upholding human dignity and ensuring equal treatment for…
DUQM: The ‘Duqm Now’ forum, held in Muscat, highlighted the promising investment opportunities available for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the renewable energy sector within the Special Economic Zone at Duqm (SEZAD). Participants emphasized the growing potential for SMEs to contribute to the energy transition, particularly in renewable energy, through various innovative projects and…
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has launched a new phase of consular services aimed at enhancing the experience for Omani nationals abroad. This initiative is in line with the country’s digital transformation goals, particularly in the context of Oman Vision 2040. The goal is to leverage technology to streamline consular services and make them…
MUSCAT: The Oman Economic Association, in collaboration with the Gulf Development Forum, is hosting a two-day meeting to address pressing issues related to climate change and the economic development of the Gulf region. The event, held in Muscat, is drawing a significant number of high-level officials from the GCC countries, representing various sectors such as…
MUSCAT: The Oman Economic Association, in collaboration with the Gulf Development Forum, has organized a two-day meeting in Muscat to address critical issues related to climate change and the economic development of the Gulf region. The meeting brings together top officials from various sectors including energy, economy, and environment from the GCC countries, highlighting the…
USA: A federal judge has blocked Elon Musk’s newly formed efficiency team from accessing certain Treasury Department records, following a lawsuit filed by 19 mostly Democrat-led states. The lawsuit, submitted late Friday in New York, accuses President Donald Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent of violating federal law by permitting the temporary Department of Government…
USA: President Donald Trump has announced plans to introduce reciprocal tariffs next week, marking a significant escalation in his ongoing trade war with U.S. economic partners. Speaking during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, Trump stated that the measures would impact all trading partners but did not specify details. The move is aimed…
DUTCH: The opening stage of this year’s prestigious cycling event delivered an electrifying finish as the Dutch sprinter surged ahead to secure the win. In a dramatic sprint to the line, he outpaced his closest rivals, demonstrating both speed and tactical brilliance. The victory earned him the coveted red jersey, marking him as the first…
DUQM: The 2024-2025 excavation season officially commenced on January 22 and will continue until February 17, 2025. This archaeological mission is a continuation of efforts to explore Duqm’s historical landscape, aiming to unearth artifacts that provide crucial insights into the region’s past. Over the years, Duqm has gained recognition as an area of great archaeological…
MUSCAT: Firefighting teams from the Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority (CDAA) in Muscat Governorate managed to bring a significant farm fire under control, preventing further damage. The fire, which broke out on a farm, posed serious risks to the surrounding area due to its proximity to nearby vegetation and structures. However, thanks to the swift…
