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North Batinah unveils plans for twin industrial cities to drive growth
Muscat – Two new industrial cities will be established in the wilayats of Shinas and Suwaiq in North Batinah governorate, according to Mohammed Sulaiman al Kindi, Governor of North Batinah. Speaking about the projects, Kindi said that a tender has already been issued for the construction of the industrial city in Suwaiq, while work on […]
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Dhofar workshop proposes research centre for leopard conservation
Salalah – A four-day workshop that concluded on Wednesday in Dhofar has outlined a new roadmap for the conservation of the endangered Arabian leopard, setting priorities for Oman’s national and regional efforts through 2030. Organised by the Environment Authority (EA), the workshop brought together representatives from the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the […]
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MHT restores 400-year-old Muqazzah Mosque in Dakhiliyah
The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism has completed restoration and maintenance of the historic Muqazzah Mosque in Izki, Dakhiliyah governorate, as part of its efforts to preserve heritage buildings and religious landmarks across Oman. Believed to be more than 400 years old, Muqazzah Mosque is among the oldest in the wilayat. It is known for […]
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Exploring architecture, identity and memories
Muscat – A talk titled ‘Ramesh Bhavan and the Architecture of Belonging’ at Bait al Kharusi in Riyam, Muttrah on Thursday explored the connections between architecture, memory and identity. It was presented by Muneer Toprani, the 13th generation of a family from a Gujarati Banyan trading community with continuous trading connections and residence in Oman. […]
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MAFWR distributes 15 tonnes of wheat seeds to Dhahirah farmers
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources (MAFWR) has started distributing 15 tonnes of improved and local wheat seeds to farmers in Dhahirah Governorate as part of preparations for the 2025–2026 planting season. The initiative, which covers the wilayats of Ibri, Yanqul, and Dhank, is being implemented under the ministry’s agricultural support system to […]
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H M holds talks with Spanish PM in Madrid
Madrid, Spain – H M Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman and Pedro Sánchez, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Spain, held a pivotal bilateral meeting this morning at the Moncloa Palace in Madrid, signalling a strong commitment to strengthening ties. The leaders reviewed the long-standing historical relations and explored avenues for deepening cooperation, before […]