MUSCAT: The meeting in Muscat brought together representatives from relevant government bodies to examine the mechanisms for implementing the Convention on the Prohibition of the Development, Production, and Stockpiling of Bacteriological and Toxin Weapons, along with their safe destruction. The discussions emphasized Oman’s proactive role in aligning national policies with international standards on biological security….
MUSCAT: The two-day conference in Muscat focused on the latest global trends in digital university education, bringing together experts, academics, and policymakers from around the world. Hosted under the auspices of His Excellency Khamis Saif Al Jabri, Head of the Oman Vision 2040 Implementation Follow-up Unit, the event emphasized the need for innovative and sustainable…
MUSCAT: The Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) recorded a total turnover of RO 13.36 million on Wednesday, reflecting a 27.1 percent decrease compared to the previous session’s RO 18.33 million. Despite the decline in trading value, the overall market capitalization showed a positive trend, rising by 0.183 percent to reach approximately RO 30.13 billion. Analysts note…
MUSCAT: Muscat’s 2025 World Patient Safety Day celebration emphasized the theme ‘Safe Care for Every Newborn and Every Child’, reflecting global and national commitments to child health and safety. Held under the patronage of His Excellency Dr. Saeed bin Hareb Al Lamki, the event brought together ministry officials, dignitaries, and around 250 healthcare professionals, including…
MUSCAT: Oman’s recent preparatory meeting for COP30 focused on critical climate agenda items, including just transition strategies, climate action financing, and adaptation and mitigation approaches to address climate change impacts. Experts and officials discussed the integration of sustainable development goals into national policies, aiming to align Oman’s domestic climate initiatives with global climate frameworks while…
MUSCAT: Oman’s maritime sector is undergoing a transformative phase, moving beyond traditional infrastructure development to focus on creating a fully integrated ecosystem that emphasizes flexibility, innovation, and regional connectivity. His Excellency Eng. Khamis bin Mohammed Al Shamakhi, Undersecretary for Transport at the Ministry, highlighted that London serves as a strategic platform for sharing Oman’s achievements…
ALGERIA: In a strongly worded statement released today, APU President Ibrahim Boughali called for embedding the values of peace within international relations as a matter of urgency. He emphasized that these values are anchored in shared human principles, divine religions, international humanitarian law, and established global agreements. By underscoring this foundation, Boughali positioned peace not…
MUSCAT: The Central Bank of Oman (CBO) announced on Wednesday that it will cut its interest rate on repo operations with local banks by 25 basis points, bringing the rate down from 5.0% to 4.75%, effective Thursday. This decision reflects the CBO’s proactive approach to maintaining sufficient liquidity in the banking system and safeguarding domestic…
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning, in cooperation with the Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs and the Ministry of Social Development, has launched a landmark initiative to allocate residential and commercial investment lands across strategic locations in Oman’s wilayats to charity teams and Zakat committees. This decision aims to enhance the sustainability…
MUSCAT: Citizens with disabilities across Oman have expressed strong support and gratitude following His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik’s directives to establish a new sector under the Ministry of Social Development dedicated to persons with disabilities. This sector, positioned at the undersecretary level, is designed to address challenges faced by this segment of society, enhance…
