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MUSCAT: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik expressed his sincere condolences to His Highness Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Amir of the State of Kuwait, and the Al-Sabah family following the passing of Sheikha Suad, wife of Sheikh Fadel Al-Khaled Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and sister of the Kuwaiti Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah….
MUSCAT: During the meeting in Muscat, General Al Nu’amani expressed heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Farahat for his efforts in reinforcing the strong relationship between the Sultanate of Oman and the State of Palestine. The discussion underscored the importance of fostering bilateral ties in various sectors, reflecting Oman’s unwavering commitment to collaboration and mutual development. General…
MUSCAT: The Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) recently addressed a case involving a vehicle purchase dispute in Al Suwaiq after a consumer reported significant issues with a car bought through a social media advertisement. Upon delivery, the buyer discovered multiple defects that were not disclosed beforehand. Initially, the seller promised to repair the identified faults; however,…
MUSCAT: The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has announced an increase in the minimum monthly pay for overseas Filipino domestic workers from US$400 to US$500, a reform issued under the directive of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. that will apply to newly hired domestic staff as well as returning workers on re-employment; authorities have allowed a…
MUSCAT: The Directorate recently reported the successful production and distribution of 8,347 pastoral seedlings to 385 beneficiaries, including livestock breeders, rural women, farmers, and various public and private organizations. By providing these seedlings free of charge, the initiative directly supports communities reliant on agriculture and apiculture, promoting sustainable livelihoods and enhancing local resource management. The…
MUSCAT: Omani endurance athlete Hamed Al Harthi is gearing up for one of the world’s most challenging ultra-marathons, the 122-kilometre Silk Route Ultra in Ladakh, India, which takes place at elevations up to 5,400 meters. Known as the highest ultra-marathon globally, the race tests runners with extreme cold, low oxygen levels, and rugged terrain. Al…
MUSCAT: The Ministry has announced the issuance of Ministerial Resolution No. 2025/143, published in Issue No. 1610 of the Official Gazette on Sunday, August 24, 2025. This resolution grants specific employees in North Al Batinah the authority to serve as judicial police officers within their designated jurisdictions. These officials are vested with the responsibility to…
MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s prominent low-cost airline, has introduced its exciting “Breaking Fares” campaign, offering travelers a unique opportunity to explore multiple destinations at incredibly affordable prices. With fares starting as low as OMR 19.99, the initiative aims to make air travel more accessible to a wide range of passengers while reinforcing the airline’s position as…
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion has unveiled several significant initiatives aimed at enhancing the business climate and encouraging investment across the Sultanate. Central to these efforts is the Golden Residency program for investors, designed to attract long-term foreign investment and provide residency benefits to qualified individuals. This initiative reflects Oman’s commitment…
MUSCAT: The Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) demonstrated continued resilience last week as its main index advanced by 30 points, closing at 4,960. This marks the ninth consecutive week of gains for the MSX despite uneven performances across various sectoral indices. Analysts attribute the overall upward trend to investor confidence bolstered by stable economic indicators, encouraging…
