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Oman Arab Bank Highlights Its Ongoing Strategic Initiatives and Future Plans
Oman Arab Bank, which has increased its capital by RO50mn, aims to seize new opportunities for growth aligned with its long-term goals. Committed to national development, its priorities include expanding digital services and enhancing financial...
Erdogan concludes Gulf tour with Oman visit, bilateral agreements signed
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held a significant meeting with Omani Sultan Haitham bin Tariq at Muscat's Al Alam Palace on Thursday, concluding his three-nation Gulf tour that previously included stops in Kuwait and Qatar. The leaders...
Royal Oman Police seize six vehicles and arrest the driver for reckless drifting and stunts
Oman, Türkiye convene meeting to strengthen strategic partnership
MUSCAT: A roundtable meeting titled "New Challenges and Areas of Cooperation in the Middle East: Oman and Türkiye" was convened at the Foreign Ministry on Wednesday, forming part of the state visit of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of the Republic...
Service excellence triumphs at Oman’s Hospitality Champions 2025
The sixth edition of Oman’s Hospitality Champions 2025, on October 22, was not just a unique celebration of outstanding talent in the field of Hospitality in Oman, it was also a platform to exemplify the exceptional grit and gait of 25 skilled...
Oman, US forge pathways in healthcare collaboration
MUSCAT: Dr Ahmed bin Salim al Mandhari, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Health for Planning and Health Regulation, welcomed a high-level delegation of senior officials representing prominent American and international healthcare and academic...
Discover Oman through its perfumes and ancient aromas
This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). “This perfume was first made for royalty.” The salesman at Amouage perfume factory in Muscat is pointing towards a 24-carat gold flask, a tiny, exquisite bottle shaped like a...
Türkiye, Oman join forces for 2-state solution for Gaza
On the second day of his visit to Oman, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Thursday met Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said. No news conference was held following the meeting but the Turkish Presidency's Directorate of Communications announced...
India, Oman discuss enhancing defence ties, deepening military training collaboration
New Delhi: The Indian Army and Royal Army of Oman held the third Army-to-Army Staff Talks in New Delhi, focusing on enhancing bilateral defence cooperation through expanded joint exercises, expert exchanges in niche domains and deepening training...
Yango Oman launches ‘She Moves’ to empower women in the mobility workforce under Oman Vision 2040
Muscat, Oman – 22 October 2025: Yango Oman, part of the global technology company Yango Group, has launched ‘She Moves’, a new initiative to empower Omani women through professional training, skill development, and community programs. The...
Duos from Morocco, Lebanon and Oman earn Arab Championship medals with Empowerment support
Both gold medals and one of the silvers at last week’s Arab Beach Volleyball Chiampionships in Oman were picked up by pairs, whose national federations benefit from FIVB Volleyball Empowerment support. In the women’s tournament, Morocco’s...
India, Oman hold talks to deepen defence cooperation, training ties
New Delhi: The Indian Army and Royal Army of Oman held the third Army-to-Army Staff Talks in New Delhi, focusing on enhancing bilateral defence cooperation through expanded joint exercises, expert exchanges in niche domains and deepening training...
World News | India, Oman Hold 3rd Army-to-Army Staff Talks in New Delhi to Strengthen Defence Cooperation
New Delhi [India], October 23 (ANI): The Indian Army strengthened its defence cooperation with the Royal Army of Oman during the 3rd Army-to-Army Staff Talks (AAST) held in New Delhi from October 22 to 23. In a post on X, the Army's Additional...
Oman, U.S. health leaders explore new horizons in medical cooperation
Muscat: The visit, which will continue until October 23, underscores Oman’s commitment to enhancing global partnerships in healthcare and aligns with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040. The delegation represents a diverse mix of health centers and...
Oman and Turkey explore new frontiers of joint action in the Middle East
MUSCAT : Marking a key moment in President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s state visit to the Sultanate of Oman, the meeting underscored the enduring strength and depth of relations between Oman and Turkey, reaffirming their shared commitment to regional...
President Erdoğan holds talks with Oman’s sultan
On the second day of his visit to Oman, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Thursday met Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said. The closed-to-press meeting will be followed by a meeting between the Turkish and Omani delegations. Erdoğan and the...
Oman Air welcomes its new Boeing 737 aircraft
Muscat: Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has ushered in a new chapter in its global journey with the arrival of its latest Boeing 737 aircraft. The aircraft features the distinctive livery of the oneworld alliance, a move...
Oman’s Ministry confirms start of Jumada al-Ula 1447 AH on Thursday, October 23
MUSCAT : In a statement issued on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 (29th of Rabi’ al-Akher 1447 AH), the Ministry confirmed that the crescent moon for Jumada al-Ula was sighted after sunset, thereby declaring Thursday, October 23, 2025, as the first...
Oman’s tourism ministry announces temporary closure of Sohar Fort
Oman Arab Bank highlights ongoing strategic initiatives and future plans
Muscat – Oman Arab Bank (OAB) on Wednesday held a discussion session at its Muscat headquarters on Wednesday, bringing together media representatives for an open dialogue moderated by CEO Sulaiman al Harthi. The session focused on the bank’s...