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May 4, 2025

Oman Celebrates International Workers Day with Focus on Labour Union Movement

Muscat: The General Federation of Oman Workers (GFOW) today marked the International Workers Day, which falls on 1 May every year. The celebration, held in Muscat, was aimed to highlight the importance of the labour union movement in the Sultanate of Oman and its role in improving working conditions in

Winners Announced for North Al Batinah Environmental Excellence Hackathon

Muscat: The Environment Authority today announced the winners of the Environmental Excellence Hackathon in North Al Batinah Governorate. The hackathon saw wide participation from innovative youth and technology enthusiasts across Oman over a two-day period. According to Oman News Agency, the event was held under the patronage of Dr. Saif

Oman Human Rights Commission Launches “Private Sector Workforce Rights Guide”

Muscat: Oman Human Rights Commission today launched the Private Sector Workforce Rights Guide in six languages, aimed at raising legal awareness among both workers and employers, promoting a culture of legal compliance, and fostering justice and respect in the workplace. The launch ceremony was held under the auspices of Dr.

Higher Education Institutions Invited to Apply for Research and Innovation Programme

Muscat: The Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation today announced the opening of registration to the second edition of its programme to support research and innovation training courses at public and private higher education institutions across the Sultanate of Oman. The programme, which will run until 30 June 2025,

Interior Minister Meets with Pakistani Counterpart to Enhance Bilateral Ties

Muscat: Sayyid Hamoud Faisal Al Busaidi, Minister of Interior, welcomed Mohsin Naqvi, the Federal Minister of Interior and Narcotics Control of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, for a pivotal meeting today. The discussions centered around reviewing and enhancing bilateral cooperation, as well as addressing mutual interests aimed at strengthening the

HM The Sultan Embarks on State Visit to Algeria

Muscat: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik left here today heading to the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria on a two-day state visit, during which he will meet with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. The visit, made in response to an invitation by the Algerian President, underlines the distinguished relations between Oman

HM The Sultan and Algerian President Discuss Bilateral Relations

Algiers: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and President Abdelmadjid Tebboune of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria today held a bilateral meeting at His Majesty’s place of residence in the capital Algiers. According to Oman News Agency, during the meeting, the two leaders underlined the distinguished relations between Oman

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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…