New UAE-Oman freight trains: Abu Dhabi firm, Hafeet Rail to launch daily service

Abu Dhabi's Noatum Logistics has signed a preliminary agreement with Hafeet Rail to establish a new rail service between Sohar in Oman and Abu Dhabi in the UAE. Noatum Logistics is a company under Abu Dhabi Ports Group, while Hafeet Rail is the...

Oman and Türkiye forge growing partnership across multiple sectors

Muscat: The bilateral relationship between the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Türkiye is distinguished by a strong alignment across multiple domains, including diplomacy, economy, military affairs, investment, trade, and culture. This...

Oman joins international community in celebrating World Statistics Day

Muscat: Represented by the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI), the Sultanate of Oman on Monday joined the international community in celebrating the World Statistics Day, which falls on 20 October every year. This year, the...

Oman, Cyprus explore means of boosting health cooperation

Muscat: Dr. Hilal Ali Al Sabti, Minister of Health, received in his office on MOnday Michael Damianos, Minister of Health of the Republic of Cyprus, who is currently paying an official visit to the Sultanate of Oman. During the meeting, the two...

During Oman visit, Pinarayi Vijayan says welfare of Keralites remains top priority

MUSCAT — Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan reaffirmed his government’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of Keralites around the world, stating that the well-being of expatriates remains a central pillar of Kerala’s development policies....

CAA confirms tropical depression over Arabian Sea, Oman to not be affected

MUSCAT : According to the weather report released at 3:00 PM on Friday, October 24, 2025, satellite images and meteorological analysis indicate that the tropical depression is located south of the Arabian Sea at longitude 68.4°E and latitude...

Erdogan Says Talks with Qatar, Oman on Eurofighter Procurement Going Well

President Tayyip Erdogan said he held talks on Türkiye's plan to get Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets from Qatar and Oman during a regional tour to the Gulf, adding that discussions were going well. Reuters reported on Wednesday that Ankara had...

“Oman Investment Forum 2025” to Begin in London Tomorrow

LONDON – The Sultanate of Oman will organize “Oman Investment Forum 2025” in London tomorrow “Tuesday”, as part of activities of the Omani-British Strategic Consultation Team. Nasser Khamis Al Jashmi, Chairman of the Tax Authority, Head of the...

Turkiye in talks with Qatar, Oman to buy used Eurofighter jets, says Erdogan

Turkiye is negotiating with Qatar and Oman to acquire used Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets as part of its effort to bolster its air force capabilities, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said in comments released on Friday. Turkiye aims to purchase...

Oman launches ‘Sustainable Harvest’ solar initiative to reduce electricity costs for farmers

MUSCAT – The programme aims to support the integration of solar energy systems on farms across the Sultanate of Oman, reducing operational costs and promoting the use of renewable energy in agriculture. The initiative encourages farmers and...

Oman Investment Forum 2025 to begin in London on Tuesday

London: The Sultanate of Oman will organise Oman Investment Forum 2025 in London on Tuesday, as part of activities of the Omani-British Strategic Consultation Team. Nasser Khamis Al Jashmi, Chairman of the Tax Authority, Head of the Omani side at...

Oman host to World Cancer Summit next month

Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman will host the World Cancer Summit 2025 on the third of November. The summit is organised by Oman Cancer Association in cooperation with the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Social Development, and Qatar Cancer...

Türkiye, Oman sign wide-ranging of cooperation agreements

Türkiye and Oman signed a comprehensive set of agreements on Thursday during President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s visit to Oman, covering defense, investment, energy, mining and visa exemptions to mark a new chapter in bilateral relations between...

Türkiye says talks with Qatar, Oman on Eurofighters going well

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said he held talks on Türkiye's plan to get Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets from Qatar and Oman during a regional tour to the Gulf, adding that discussions were going well. Ankara has reportedly proposed to its...

Turkey and Oman announce mutual visa exemption

“Turkey has decided to exempt citizens of the Sultanate of Oman from entry visas to Turkey,” Erdogan announced. “We thank and appreciate the Sultanate’s decision to exempt Turkish citizens from entry visas to the Sultanate, which will contribute...

SalamAir partners with MAI to set up first wheels and brakes facility in Oman

SalamAir has signed a ten-year memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Mach Aerospace International (MAI) to set up an aircraft wheels and brakes maintenance centre in Oman. Under the deal, SalamAir will provide MAI with a full set of specialised...

Turkey in talks with Qatar and Oman to buy used Eurofighter jets, Erdogan says

ANKARA – Turkey is negotiating with Qatar and Oman to acquire used Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets as part of its effort to bolster its air force capabilities, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said in comments released Friday. Turkey aims to...

Oman: OEDC secures financing worth $1bln

Muscat - Oman Energy Development Company (OEDC) has secured international and local financing worth RO385 million and issued its first local sukuk worth RO50 million to supports its plans and long-term sustainable growth. This achievement reflects...

Oman: EDO secures financing to support long-term growth

MUSCAT: Energy Development Oman (EDO) has completed an attractive $1 billion international loan alongside successfully refinancing its Rial Omani loan facilities. Together, the transactions extend EDO’s debt maturity profile, reduce financing...

Royal Oman Police announces temporary road closure for Ironman Salalah cycling event

SALALAH : The Royal Oman Police (ROP) announced a temporary closure of sections of the main coastal road in Dhofar Governorate on Saturday, October 25, 2025, to facilitate the Ironman Salalah international triathlon. According to the ROP...