MUSCAT: Oman reaffirmed its commitment to deepening collaboration with UNICEF through the country programme for 2026–2030, a coordinated effort designed to align international support with national priorities under Oman Vision 2040 and the Eleventh Five-Year Development Plan. Officials emphasized that this programme is not an isolated initiative but part of a broader strategic framework intended…
MUSCAT: The latest report on Oman’s producer prices revealed divergent trends across various economic sectors, highlighting a combination of growth and contraction in key industries. The mining and quarrying group experienced a moderate rise of 1.2%, primarily driven by a 1.3% increase in crude oil and natural gas prices and a significant 18.2% surge in…
MUSCAT: Samayil is witnessing extensive development projects aimed at enhancing infrastructure, improving living standards, and stimulating economic growth across Al Dakhiliyah Governorate. Key initiatives include the construction of the new Samayil Hospital, the paving of vital roads, renovation of historic landmarks like Samayil Fort, and the development of public parks. These projects reflect a strong…
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Labour has initiated a structured registration process aimed at ensuring professional standards across vital sectors in Oman. Managed by the Professional Standards Department, this process is designed to streamline the issuance of two critical documents: the Professional Classification Certificate and the Professional Practice Licence. These certifications will serve as official endorsements…
MUSCAT: Oman is home to a unique population of hawksbill turtles, a species considered critically endangered worldwide. These turtles share the coastline with the more commonly known green turtles but are far less frequently observed, making their conservation a high priority for marine biologists and environmental authorities. The remote and largely untouched beaches of Dhofar…
MUSCAT: The Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) announced that an establishment providing domestic worker recruitment services was found guilty of multiple violations, including failure to meet contractual obligations and non-compliance with legal requirements. The violations included delays in providing workers, failure to refund payments, issuing invoices not written in Arabic, and supplying workers who did not…
MUSCAT: The Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) has announced the launch of a comprehensive campaign designed to ensure that goods and products in the local market meet approved standard specifications. This initiative comes as part of the authority’s broader efforts to safeguard consumer rights and maintain high-quality standards across the supply chain. The CPA emphasized that…
MUSCAT: The Lamir Al Mughsail project, founded by Nader bin Bakhit Fadhil and his team, was launched during the 2022 Khareef Dhofar season to leverage the area’s natural beauty, including silver beaches, freshwater fountains, and the nearby Al Marneef Cave. The initiative aims to offer a distinctive tourism experience focused on environmental sustainability while preserving…
MUSCAT: The General Directorate of Criminal Investigation and Research in Muscat has apprehended an Arab national for possession and circulation of counterfeit foreign currencies. Authorities stated that the individual was involved in promoting the fake currencies by exchanging them for legitimate official currencies, posing a potential threat to financial security. The arrest reflects the ongoing…
MUSCAT: BankDhofar has been named the “Best Customer-Centric Banking Brand – Oman, 2025” at the 13th Annual Global Brand Awards, highlighting its dedication to placing customers at the heart of its operations. This recognition underscores the bank’s ongoing efforts to redefine service standards in the Omani banking sector, demonstrating its commitment to excellence in customer…
