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OQ Group Hosts Internal Audit Forum to Strengthen Audit Practices

Muscat: OQ, the global energy investment group, hosts the Internal Audit Forum in collaboration with the Institute of Internal Auditors Oman and KPMG. The two-day event, held under the auspices of Sheikh Ghosn Hilal Al Alawi, Chairman of the State Audit Institution (SAI), welcomed over 300 internal audit professionals from

MSX Drops 4 Points

Muscat: Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) 30 index today closed at 4,510.56 points, dropping by 4.05 points, or 0.09 percent, compared to the previous trading session’s close of 4,514.60 points. The trading value today reached RO 7,161,743, rising by 31.2 percent compared to the last trading session’s value of RO 5,459,004.

Agreement Inked to Develop, Operate First Phase of Al Rawdha Special Economic Zone

Muscat: The Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) and Mahadha Development Company (an Omani-Emirati partnership) signed an agreement to develop and operate the first phase of the Al Rawdha Special Economic Zone in the Wilayat of Mahadha, Al Buraimi Governorate. According to Oman News Agency, the

Oman-East Africa Business Conference Kicks Off in Muscat

Muscat: The Oman-East Africa Business Conference and the East Africa Trade and the Investment Expo ‘ITEX 2025’ began today. Organized by the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) in collaboration with Global Digital Technologies Company, the events are held under the auspices of HH Sayyid Thuwaini Saif Al Said.

Workshop Discusses Governance of Heritage and Tourism Development with Governorates

Muscat: The national workshop on “Addressing Governance Challenges in Heritage and Tourism Development Management with the Governorates” kicked off today in Muscat. The event brings together representatives from 11 governorates, 17 government and supporting entities, as well as a number of experts and specialists in governance, planning, and tourism development.

Oman Oil Price Rises 33 Cents

Muscat: Oman oil price for July delivery 2025 has increased by 33 cents, reaching 63.59 US Dollars. This marks a rise from last Friday’s price, which was 63.26 US Dollars. According to Oman News Agency, the average price of Oman oil for May delivery 2025 has stabilized at 72.51 US

Musandam Municipal Council Reviews Land Allocation for Commercial Projects

Musandam: The Municipal Council of Musandam Governorate, in its meeting today, reviewed a request for the allocation of government land under usufruct rights to establish a commercial and recreational project, as well as the allocation of future investment lands for food security in the governorate. During the meeting, chaired by

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