Asmara, Eritrea – Foreign Minister, H E Sayyid Badr Hamad al Busaidi, met with his Eritrean counterpart, Osman Saleh, in Asmara on Monday to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation. The talks focused on enhancing economic and commercial ties between the two nations, particularly in key sectors such as mining, marine resources, transport and logistics, information technology, […]

Muscat – Ramadan is marked by cherished traditions that are deeply woven into the social fabric of Omani society. One such practice is communal iftars, where both locals and expatriates gather at mosques, apartment complexes or neighbourhoods to break their fast. These gatherings not only embody the spirit of Ramadan but also give expatriates a […]

Nizwa – Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs (MERA) organised the third edition of Ta’aruf Nizwa last  weekend, reinforcing its commitment to promoting religious tolerance and coexistence. The event aimed to introduce non-Muslim residents to the values of Islam and Omani society’s deep-rooted traditions of peace and mutual understanding. According to Saad bin Sulaiman al […]

Sustenance for the soul Muscat – Ramadan is a time for reflection, prayer and forgiveness. It is a month that helps us strengthen our faith, practise self-discipline and grow spiritually. Islamic scholar Hatim Abdul Salem explains some key concepts in simple terms – Week 4 The last ten days of Ramadan hold immense spiritual significance […]

Muscat – With the Eid holiday announced, residents in Oman are making travel plans, with some opting for international destinations while others explore domestic attractions. Popular choices for outbound travel include Thailand, Dubai, Sri Lanka and Georgia, while many prefer Oman’s beaches, mountains and desert landscapes for a local getaway. Sreedhu Nair, Director of Sales […]

Muscat – The Ministry of Social Development (MoSD) marked World Down Syndrome Day on Sunday, highlighting the rights, talents, and contributions of individuals with Down syndrome while promoting social inclusion. The event, attended by ministry officials, families, and individuals from rehabilitation centres, aimed to raise awareness and encourage equal opportunities in education, employment, and community […]

Muscat – Muscat Municipality has launched a campaign titled ‘The Address is Known’ to encourage residents and businesses in the governorate to update their address details. The initiative aims to enhance the accuracy of address data and integrate it with the Oman Business Platform, improving service delivery and coordination between government entities. The move is […]

Muscat – The Tourism Committee of the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) held its first meeting of the year via videoconference on Sunday, focusing on key initiatives under the 2025 and 2026 action plan. Chaired by Siham bint Ahmed al Harthy, the meeting reviewed efforts to enhance the business environment, support economic diversification, […]

Duties will be effective June 8, 2025, for five years Abu Dhabi, UAE – The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries have announced the imposition of final anti-dumping duties on imports of electrical connections, switches, and plugs originating from China. The duties will apply to products with a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts and are set […]

Muscat – The Omani-Bahraini Bazaar commenced this evening at Mall of Oman in the Wilayat of Bausher, Muscat governorate, under the patronage of H E Qais bin Mohammed al Yousef, Minister of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion. The event aligns with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040 and Bahrain Vision 2030, aiming to enhance the […]