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May 22, 2025

NCD Celebrates Conclusion of 9th Parallel Programme on Enhancing Local Content

Muscat: The National Defence College (NDC) today completed the 9th edition of the parallel programme on mechanisms to consolidate local content titled ‘Mechanisms for Enhancing Local Content’. According to Oman News Agency, the closing ceremony took place at the Academy of Strategic and Defence Studies under the auspices of Rear

Oman, Philippines Ink MoU to Enhance Health Cooperation

Geneva: A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed today in Geneva by the Ministry of Health of the Sultanate of Oman and the Ministry of Health of the Republic of the Philippines to upgrade health cooperation in accordance with the two countries’ mutual interests. According to Oman News Agency, the

Al-Khuwair Square Project Inaugurated in Muscat’s Ministries District

Muscat: The inauguration of the Al-Khuwair Square project in Muscat Governorate’s Ministries District was celebrated today under the patronage of Sayyid Saud Hilal Al Busaidi, Governor of Muscat. Spanning over 12,000 square meters, the project features modern and sustainable elements. According to Oman News Agency, the development includes more than

Economic Legislation Discussed at North Al Batinah Trade and Law Forum

Muscat: Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) branch in North Al Batinah Governorate today hosted the Trade and Law Forum, titled ‘Be a Merchant Within the Law,” which examined the role of legislation in regulating economic activity and fostering a fair and transparent business environment. According to Oman News

Meeting Reviews Preparations for Dhofar Khareef Season 2025

Salalah: A meeting was held today at the Millennium Resort Salalah to assess the readiness of government and private entities in Dhofar Governorate to welcome the 2025 Dhofar Khareef season. The meeting was chaired by HH Sayyid Marwan bin Turki Al Said, Governor of Dhofar. According to Oman News Agency,

19 Trapped in 2 Landslides in Southwest China

Guizhou: Two separate landslides struck Changshi and Guowa in Dafang County, southwest China’s Guizhou Province, trapping several people. The landslides occurred this morning, trapping 19 individuals in Changshi and several others in Qingyang Village in Guowa. According to Oman News Agency, rescue efforts are currently underway to reach those affected

Thousands Isolated, Homes Submerged Due to Eastern Australia’s Flooding

Sydney: Heavy rains hit southeastern Australia today, causing flash floods and forcing officials to issue new evacuation orders, while 50,000 residents were warned to prepare for isolation as more rain is expected over the next 24 hours. According to Oman News Agency, Australian authorities announced that the storms which swept

Four Dead in Southwest China Coal Mine Accident

Wanyuan: Four people have been confirmed dead after a roof collapsed in a coal mine in southwest China’s Sichuan Province, local authorities said Thursday. According to Oman News Agency, the accident occurred last Saturday in the Changshi’er coal mine in the city of Wanyuan, initially leaving four miners unaccounted for.

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Oman to Showcase Environmental Achievements at COP31 in Türkiye

Antalya:Oman The Sultanate of Oman is gearing up to participate in the 31st Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31), which will take place in Antalya, Türkiye, from November 9-20.

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Sultan Haitham bin Tarik Begins State Visit to the UK

London:His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik arrived in London this afternoon for a four-day state visit to the United Kingdom.

According to Oman News Agency, Sultan Haitham was greeted at Stansted Airport by Lord Henry Hood, the Personal Representat…

Oman to Participate in Global Summit on Children’s Wellbeing

Samarkand:The Sultanate of Oman is set to participate in the World Summit titled “Investing in Children’s Wellbeing A Path to Sustainable and Equitable Development for Future Generations,” which will take place in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The summit wil…