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Japanese university awards the government of Oman the “Shokumon” award
Muscat – The University of Tokyo has awarded the prestigious Shukumon Award to the Government of the Sultanate of Oman in recognition of its contributions to supporting scientific research and academic and cultural exchange in the diverse field of Middle Eastern studies. The award was received on behalf of the Government of the Sultanate of […]
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Oman and UK discuss prospects for economic partnership
Muscat – The Sultanate of Oman and the United Kingdom discussed prospects for enhancing trade and investment cooperation between the two countries and advancing negotiations on a free trade agreement between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and the United Kingdom, which would contribute to expanding economic partnerships and developing trade exchange. This came during […]
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New European entry-exit system now in effect across 29 countries
Muscat – The Foreign Ministry has confirmed that the European Union’s new Entry-Exit System (EES) came into effect on October 12, 2025. The system is now being gradually implemented at the external borders of 29 European countries, including all Schengen Area states, marking a major shift in how international travel is monitored and processed across […]
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Oman’s disability reforms reflect genuine commitment, says Unicef
Muscat – Oman’s efforts to boost inclusion and empowerment of persons with disabilities reflect a deep and genuine national commitment, according to Dr Gopal Mitra, Global Lead on Disability and Development at Unicef. Mitra described the recent Royal Directive of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to establish a new department for persons with disabilities […]
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Musandam gears up for six-month tourist season
Khasab – Ministry of Heritage and Tourism (MHT) is preparing for a new tourism season in Musandam beginning November which will run for six months. The plan includes a series of initiatives aimed at offering visitors a quality experience and consolidating the governorate’s standing as one of Oman’s key tourist destinations. Nawfal bin Mohammed al […]
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Oman to host Asia’s top Arabic debating talent this month
Muscat – Oman will host the third Asian Arabic Debating Championship from October 28 to November 1, with over 145 participants from 40 educational institutions across 18 Asian countries. The event was announced on Wednesday by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth (MCSY) in cooperation with QatarDebate Center and the Oman Debate Center. Hilal […]