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April 21, 2025

HM The Sultan Condoles Holy Roman Church Camerlengo on Pope’s Death

Muscat: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of condolences to Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, following the death of Pope Francis. In his message, His Majesty conveyed his heartfelt sympathies to the people of the Vatican and Christians globally. According to Oman

Oman Celebrates World Creativity and Innovation Day with New Initiatives

Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman today joined the international community in celebrating World Creativity and Innovation Day, which is observed annually on 21 April. Oman’s engagement in this event underscores its commitment to fostering a culture of innovation within state institutions, aligning with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040. According

Chemical Engineering Research Lab Opened at UTAS in Salalah

Salalah: A chemical engineering research laboratory was opened at the University of Technology and Applied Sciences (UTAS) in Salalah today under the auspices of HH Sayyid Marwan Turki Al Said, Governor of Dhofar. The lab embodies the existing partnership between academic and industrial sectors and reflects the national drive to

Shura Council Discusses National Spatial Development Strategy with Housing Minister

Muscat: The Shura Council, during its session today as part of the second regular convening of its tenth term, hosted Dr. Khalfan Said Al Shuaili, Minister of Housing and Urban Planning. The session focused on discussions regarding the National Spatial Development Strategy, the regulatory frameworks governing urban planning and housing,

Oman, China Explore Means of Boosting Strategic Relations in All Spheres

Muscat: The 14th round of strategic consultations was held here today between the Sultanate of Oman and the People’s Republic of China. The Omani side was headed by Sheikh Khalifa Ali Al Harthy, Undersecretary of the Foreign Ministry for Political Affairs, while the Chinese side was headed by Liu Bin,

Forum Discusses Digital Revolution in Libraries

Al Musannah: The University of Technology and Applied Sciences (UTAS) in Al Musannah today hosted the second edition of its university library forum under the title “Libraries and Information Institutions in the Era of Digital Revolution: The Transformation of Present and Future.” The event took place in Al Musannah, South

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Oman Participates in GCC Culture Ministries’ Preparatory Meeting

Muscat:The Sultanate of Oman participated in a preparatory meeting of Undersecretaries of Ministries of Culture from GCC states. This meeting, conducted via video conference, served as groundwork for the upcoming 30th meeting of GCC Ministers of Cultu…

Sultan Haitham Embarks on State Visit to China

Muscat:His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik departed this morning for the People’s Republic of China on a two-day state visit. The visit comes in response to an invitation from President Xi Jinping of China.

According to Oman News Agency, His Majest…