Muscat – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources has issued a decision banningthe import of live birds and their products from three regions due to animal health concerns.Ministerial Resolution No. 244/2025, issued by H.E. Dr Saud bin Hamoud al Habsi, Ministerof Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, prohibits the import of live birds, theirproducts, […]
Muscat – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources has issued a decision banning the import of live birds and their products from three regions due to animal health concerns. Ministerial Resolution No. 244/2025, issued by H.E. Dr Saud bin Hamoud al Habsi, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, prohibits the import of live birds, their products, derivatives, and offal from Ardabil Province in the Islamic Republic of Iran, Drenthe Province in the Kingdom of the Netherlands, and the Veneto Region in the Italian Republic. The decision is based on the Veterinary Quarantine Law issued by Royal Decree No. 45/2004 and its executive regulations issued under Ministerial Resolution No. 107/2008. According to the ministry, the ban will remain in effect until the reasons for its implementation no longer exist and an official decision is made to lift it. Products and derivatives that have been heat-treated or processed in accordance with the Terrestrial Animal Health Code of the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) are exempt from the ban.
Muscat – His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan heldexpanded official talks in Muscat on Thursday, reaffirming their shared commitment todeepening historical ties between Oman and Turkey.During the meeting at Al Alam Palace, President Erdogan announced that citizens of theSultanate of Oman will be exempted from entry visas to Turkey […]
Muscat – The Coast Guard Police in North Batinah Governorate , have arrested two individuals ofAsian nationality near the coast of Shinas while attempting to enter the country illegally.Police said the suspects were found in possession of large quantities of crystal meth, hashishand marijuana, and were acting in coordination with an international smuggling network.Legal procedures […]
Muscat – The National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) has launched the National Strategy for Statistics and Information 2025–2030, marking a major step towards enhancing data-driven governance in Oman. The strategy was unveiled during a workshop on Wednesday that brought together more than 100 representatives from various government entities to raise awareness on the […]
Muscat – Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources will host the third International Dates and Honey Exhibition from October 23 to 29 at Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre. The event is set to bring together producers, exporters and investors from around the world for a showcase of the finest Omani and international products. Speaking […]
Muscat – The Youth Centre has announced a comprehensive expansion plan worth RO14mn to strengthen its presence across the country and provide young people with greater opportunities for innovation, productivity, and engagement. The announcement comes as the sultanate marks Omani Youth Day on October 26, reaffirming national efforts to empower the next generation in line […]
Muscat – The Ministry of Health (MoH) has launched a nationwide campaign under the slogan ‘Prevention is Safety’, calling for collective action to combat infectious diseases and promote a culture of everyday prevention. With the message ‘Let’s build a shield against infection’, the campaign emphasises that infection control is a shared responsibility – one that […]
Omanis to travel visa-free to Turkey following leaders’ meeting
Two arrested in Shinas for drug smuggling attempt
Five-year National Strategy for Statistics and Information launched
International dates, honey expo returns for third edition
RO14mn to expand Youth Centre network across Oman
MoH launches nationwide campaign for infection prevention