10+ hour, 36+ min ago   (387+ words) Muscat – Omani banks continue to benefit from favourable operating conditions, supported by steady economic growth, relatively high oil prices and ongoing economic diversification, with the banking sector expected to remain resilient despite heightened regional tensions, according to Fitch Ratings. ‘The…...

7+ hour, 18+ min ago   (251+ words) Salalah – The Ministry of Health (MoH) has advised people with asthma to take extra precautions during the khareef season in Dhofar, as changing weather conditions, high humidity and dense fog can increase the likelihood of asthma attacks in susceptible individuals....

7+ hour, 16+ min ago   (279+ words) Muscat – Oman has introduced two new national standards for Omani frankincense products, marking another step towards strengthening quality assurance, supporting exporters and enhancing the global reputation of one of the sultanate’s most iconic natural products. The Ministry of Commerce, Industry…...

7+ hour, 13+ min ago   (243+ words) Muscat – From the rugged peaks of Nepal to the mountain trails of Oman, H E Dornath Aryal reflects on four transformative years as Ambassador of Nepal to the sultanate, where he leaves behind a legacy of strengthened diplomatic relations, key…...

7+ hour, 2+ min ago   (314+ words) Muscat – Oman has boosted efforts to promote the inclusion of persons with disabilities in the labour market with new figures showing a steady increase in private sector employment during the first half of 2026. According to statistics released by the Ministry…...

6+ hour, 50+ min ago   (157+ words) Muscat Daily H M Sultan Haitham holds talks with Jordan king, French president London, UK – His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik held a telephone conversation with King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan on Friday,…...

6+ hour, 52+ min ago   (321+ words) Manila, Philippines – H E Sayyid Badr Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister, led Oman’s delegation to the ministerial meeting held in Manila on Friday to mark the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia. During…...

7+ hour ago   (228+ words) Salalah – The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth has launched a competition, called Oman Refco Promotional Film Award – Land of Frankincense, inviting filmmakers, content creators and visual storytellers to produce inspiring promotional films showcasing the unique beauty and tourism potential…...

6+ hour, 57+ min ago   (243+ words) Muscat – Oman Investment Authority (OIA) has strengthened its presence in the global innovation ecosystem through investments in Cambridge Innovation Capital and Oxford Science Enterprises, expanding its exposure to startups developing technologies in healthcare, life sciences and quantum computing. The investments…...

7+ hour, 17+ min ago   (288+ words) Salalah – The Environment Authority (EA) has intensified its field operations across Dhofar as part of the Environment Protectors initiative, aimed at preserving the governorate’s unique natural landscapes and promoting environmentally responsible behaviour during Dhofar Khareef 2026. Implemented in cooperation with Dhofar…...