Muscat – The fourth edition of the ‘Together Forward’ forum, organised by the Secretariat General of the Council of Ministers, will begin on Sunday as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen communication between the government and society. The forum reflects the approach of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik in promoting dialogue with citizens and […]
Muscat – The fourth edition of the ‘Together Forward’ forum, organised by the Secretariat General of the Council of Ministers, will begin on Sunday as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen communication between the government and society.
The forum reflects the approach of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik in promoting dialogue with citizens and taking into account their views, suggestions and aspirations across various sectors.
A select group of citizens from different backgrounds will take part in the forum alongside a number of Their Highnesses, Excellencies and senior officials. The platform is designed to familiarise participants with government policies, programmes and development initiatives, while enabling them to share opinions, proposals and challenges directly with decision-makers in a constructive setting.
The event will be supported by the ‘Idea Makers – Hamat’ programme, implemented in partnership with Oman Investment Authority. The programme focuses on encouraging innovation, supporting talented youth, contributing to sustainable development and promoting active citizenship. Competitions under the programme were launched recently across all governorates and recorded strong participation.
This year’s forum will also feature an exhibition called ‘Present Achievements and Future Visions’, showcasing achievements and community contributions by a number of national institutions.
Muscat – Two students with autism from the Care and Special Education (CSE) centre of Indian School Muscat (ISM) have marked a milestone for inclusive sport in Oman after competing alongside sound minded and able-bodied swimmers in an open water swimming event. Ishan Sanjai, 21, and Prathamesh Kesavan, 13, took part in OMSWIM 3.2 held […]
Muscat – The total number of mobile subscriptions in Oman rose 7% by the end of 2025 to 8,054,413, compared to the same period in 2024, according to the latest data released by the National Centre for Statistics and Information. The growth was driven mainly by an increase in machine-to-machine connections, which recorded a sharp […]
Muscat – The Research and Innovation Authority (RIA) has announced the opening of submissions for its 2026 Institutional Performance-Based Funding Programme, inviting academic and research institutions across Oman to present proposals aligned with national priorities and research quality standards. The authority said the programme aims to consolidate the research ecosystem, enhance institutional performance and support […]
Suhar – An eight-year-old Omani poet has won a regional children’s poetry title in Abu Dhabi, outperforming contestants from across the Arab world in a televised Nabati poetry competition. Nasser bin Zayed Nasser al Bathari from Suhar was crowned winner of the ‘Million’s Poet for Children – Poets of the Future’ programme, organised by the […]
Muscat – The Environment Authority (EA) on Thursday received a Japanese expert specialising in afforestation and forest rehabilitation as part of a field mission to gather data and evaluate tree-planting projects across Oman, reflecting the authority’s efforts to strengthen international cooperation in environmental sustainability. According to EA, the visit forms part of a technical programme […]
Muscat – The third edition of the Dhahirah Tourism Festival attracted around 420,000 visitors over a month-long programme held from January 8 to February 6, underlining its growing appeal as a key tourism and cultural event in the governorate. The festival also recorded wide digital engagement, with social media interactions exceeding 23mn views, reflecting its […]
Special needs students mark milestone in open water swimming
Mobile subscriptions increase 7% to 8.05mn
RIA opens 2026 research funding for academic institutions
8-year-old Omani claims poetry crown in UAE
Japanese expert to review afforestation projects
Dhahirah Tourism Festival attracts 420,000 visitors