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MUSCAT: His Highness Sayyid Shihab received the Egyptian Ambassador at his office in Mu’askar Al Murtafaa to formally bid him farewell at the conclusion of his diplomatic mission in Oman. The meeting served as a gesture of appreciation for the Ambassador’s dedicated efforts in strengthening bilateral relations between the Sultanate of Oman and Egypt. It…
MUSCAT: Oman Air and Turkish Airlines have introduced a significant collaboration by launching a strategic Frequent Flyer Programme partnership aimed at enhancing the travel experience for loyalty members worldwide. Through this initiative, members of both airlines will gain access to expanded mileage accrual and redemption opportunities across a broader global network. This agreement marks a…
MUSCAT: The Dhofar Khareef season witnessed a notable increase in visitor turnout between June 21 and July 31, 2025, reaching 442,100 visitors. This figure represents a 7 percent rise compared to the same period in 2024, when 413,122 visitors were recorded. The growth highlights the sustained popularity of the monsoon season in southern Oman, driven…
MUSCAT: Asyad Group successfully completed a complex operation involving the relocation of a massive unit weighing more than 100 tons from Sohar Port to its facility in Muscat. The largest component measured 13.5 meters in length and weighed 60 tons, requiring highly specialized transport equipment and precision handling. This move underscores Asyad’s advanced logistical capabilities…
MUSCAT: The Omani Journalists Association (OJA) strongly condemned the ongoing targeting of journalists, stating that these attacks have brought the total number of journalists killed since the beginning of the aggression to 242. The Association described these killings as a deliberate attempt to silence the voice of truth and conceal the atrocities committed by the…
MUSCAT: Oman is widely recognized as one of the safest countries in the world, with an impressively low crime rate that benefits both residents and travelers. This reputation is backed by consistent government efforts to maintain public security through advanced policing techniques, community engagement, and strict legal frameworks. The sense of safety in Oman contributes…
MUSCAT: The Wahiba Sands desert in Oman is home to an annual festival that showcases the rich cultural heritage and traditional lifestyle of the Bedouin people. This vibrant event features a range of activities including traditional music performances, camel races, poetry recitals, and handicraft displays. It serves as a unique platform to celebrate and preserve…
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Labour in Oman has issued a clear directive emphasizing compliance with the new wage transfer requirements under Ministerial Resolution No. 729/2024, published in the official gazette on 15 December 2024. The resolution aims to regulate the labour market by ensuring the timely and transparent payment of workers’ wages through the Wage…
MUSCAT: In many parts of Oman, street names are not commonly used, and navigation relies heavily on landmarks and verbal directions. Instead of addresses based on numbered streets or roads, people typically describe locations using well-known points of reference such as “next to the big mosque” or “after the petrol station.” This traditional system reflects…
MUSCAT: Oman’s coastline is renowned for being a rich underwater archaeological site, often described as a shipwreck graveyard due to its location along ancient maritime trade routes. These routes connected the Arabian Peninsula with East Africa, India, and beyond, facilitating the exchange of goods, culture, and ideas over centuries. The waters off Oman’s shores have…
