Oman advances Net-Zero goals with launch of certified Energy Auditors program

Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman has launched the national program "Kafa’a" as a strategic initiative in the field of energy efficiency, aimed at training Omani professionals in energy auditing according to the highest international standards. This...

Oman emerges as attractive investment destination backed by streamlined digital procedures

Muscat: The Government of the Sultanate of Oman has made substantial investments in enhancing infrastructure to attract foreign investment. Developments include modernizing ports, free zones, road networks, and logistics services, alongside...

Oman launches ‘Kafa’a’ programme to qualify certified energy experts, boost net-zero goals

MUSCAT : The programme is a strategic initiative aimed at developing Omani expertise in energy auditing and supporting the country’s transition to a low-carbon economy. It represents a key pillar in Oman’s efforts to achieve the objectives of Oman...

Botswana President seeks investment opportunities in Oman

President Duma Gideon Boko of the Republic of Botswana has explored investment opportunities during his visit to Oman Investment Authority (OIA), as part of his visit to the Sultanate of Oman. The Botswana’s President was provided an overview of...

Estonia’s Introduct Group launches Oman operations

MUSCAT: Introduct Group, an Estonia-based international integrated technology partner with primary development office in Kyiv, Ukraine and Tallinn, has officially announced the opening of its operations in Oman as part of its strategic expansion...

Shabab Oman II concludes Friendship Voyage at Salalah Port

SALALAH: The Royal Navy of Oman's vessel Shabab Oman II docked at Salalah Port in Dhofar Governorate on Tuesday, marking its return leg in the seventh international voyage known as 'Glories of the Seas 2025.' This international journey served to...

Middle East Crude-Oman, Dubai rise; Murban declines

Middle East crude benchmarks Oman and Dubai rose on Tuesday from the prior session, while that of Murban fell following a rally for the previous three consecutive sessions. Overall, the market is under growing supply pressure as OPEC+ hikes its...

Oman’s FDI surpasses RO 30 billion mark

MUSCAT : Preliminary statistics issued by the National Centre for Statistics and Information indicate that the oil and gas extraction sector continued to dominate FDI, accounting for 80.7 percent of total foreign direct investment, with a total...

Liva Insurance Redefines Loyalty with Snow Oman & VOX Partnership: Where Protection Meets Everyday Enjoyment

Liva Insurance has once again raised the bar for customer experience in Oman, transforming what insurance means to its customers. The company’s Rewards Program – already one of the most vibrant loyalty ecosystems in the insurance industry – has...

Inflation rate in Sultanate of Oman rises by 1.1 percent

Muscat - Saba: The general consumer price index in the Sultanate of Oman rose by 1.1 percent in September 2024 compared to the same month in 2024, with the base year 2018. Average inflation also rose by 0.8 percent during the period from January...

Oman’s Shura Council to participate in 151st Inter-Parliamentary Union assembly in Geneva

MUSCAT : The Omani delegation will be led by His Excellency Khalid bin Hilal Al Maawali, Chairman of the Shura Council. The Assembly will bring together parliamentary representatives from around the world to discuss pressing global issues, with...

Industry leaders chart path for sustainable tourism in Oman

Muscat – Tourism leaders, industry experts and environmental advocates have called for greater collaboration to position Oman as a year-round global tourism destination while ensuring sustainable growth and heritage preservation. The call came...

Botswana to open embassy in Oman to strengthen bilateral ties

Muscat – President Duma Boko of the Republic of Botswana has announced his country’s plan to open an embassy in Oman soon, underscoring growing cooperation between the two nations. The announcement was made during President Boko’s visit on Tuesday...

Summit outlines roadmap for AI adoption in Oman’s academic sector

Muscat – The third Oman Research and Education Network Technology Summit (OTS25) concluded on Tuesday with a set of recommendations aimed at accelerating the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in Oman’s higher education and research...

Botswana eyes energy and mining deals with Oman

MUSCAT: President Duma Gideon Boko of the Republic of Botswana visited the Oman Investment Authority (OIA) on Tuesday to explore new investment partnerships as part of his official visit to the Sultanate of Oman. President Boko was welcomed by...

Comet Lemmon spotted in Oman's skies

The Oman Society of Astronomy and Space observed and photographed Comet Lemmon (C/2025 A6) from skies across the Sultanate of Oman, marking a rare celestial event of 2025. Ibrahim bin Mohammed al Mahrouqi, deputy chairman of the Board of the Oman...

Forum brings together Oman, Qatar businesses

Muscat: The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion is organising a two-day business forum in Muscat for Omani and Qatari trade companies. Sheikh Mubarak bin Fahad Al Thani, Ambassador of the State Qatar to the Sultanate of Oman,...

Oman’s schools closer to the aspirations of Oman Vision 2040

Led by the vision of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik who affirmed in his Royal speech on January 11, 2020 that “Education will be on the top of our national priorities", Oman has taken a significant step towards enhancing its education system...

Oman men, women secure quarterfinal spots

Muscat: Oman’s men and women beach volleyball teams secured quarterfinals spots at the 30th Arab Men’s and 20th Arab Women’s Beach Volleyball Championships, following a series of spirited performances on the sands of the Sultan Qaboos Sports...

The world needs more launchpads. Oman wants to help

Oman’s dream for a spaceport sits in a swath of desert overlooking the Arabian Sea. If all goes according to plan, three separate complexes here will launch everything from small suborbital rockets for scientific experiments to superheavy...