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August 13, 2025

Oman’s Cultural Heritage Showcased at International Art Week in China

Dunhuang: Represented by the Ministry of Education, the Sultanate of Oman is participating in the 2025 International Art Week in Dunhuang, China, from 9 to 14 August under the theme “Ode to Peace”. The event draws artists, youth talents, teachers, and intellectuals from various countries to promote cultural dialogue and

Oman Reaffirms Full Support for Maritime Navigation Safety, Security

Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman has affirmed its full support for the efforts of the UN Security Council and international initiatives aimed at addressing maritime challenges and threats, calling for enhanced regional and international cooperation and sustained coordination to uphold navigation safety and maritime security. This came during Oman’s address

HM The Sultan Greets President of Pakistan

Muscat: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Asif Ali Zardari of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan on his country’s Independence Anniversary. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his heartfelt sentiments and best wishes of continued progress, development, and stability for

Historic Summit Anticipated in Alaska Between Russia, USA

Muscat: The world is heading toward a historic summit in Alaska this Friday, where U.S. President Donald Trump will meet his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin to discuss ways to end the Russian-Ukrainian war, among other key issues. The meeting comes amid cautious expectations and mixed statements from both sides, as

Hydrom Announces New Incentives to Ensure Delivery-Readiness of Green Hydrogen Projects

Muscat: Hydrom has announced new fiscal incentives designed to enhance the commercial viability of projects that will be awarded through the ongoing third green hydrogen auction round. The measures represent a targeted response to a market sounding exercise conducted by Hydrom earlier this year and evolving global market dynamics, reaffirming

Economic Seminar in Salalah Discusses Future of Sustainable Energy, Facilities Management

Salalah: An economic seminar titled ‘The Future of Sustainable Energy and Facilities Management’ was held today in the Wilayat of Salalah. Organized by Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) branch in Dhofar Governorate, in cooperation with Global Chemical Systems and Maintenance Company, the event explored future transformations and innovative

US National Debt Tops $37 Trillion for First Time

Washington: The US national debt has exceeded $37 trillion for the first time in the country’s history. Data released by the US Treasury Department yesterday “Tuesday” showed gross national debt reaching $37.005 trillion. According to Oman News Agency, the Congressional Budget Office has indicated that federal debt could climb to

Dollar Declines on September Rate Cut Expectations

New york: The dollar weakened today after a tame reading on US inflation bolstered expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut next month. The dollar index, which measures the performance of the US currency against a basket of major currencies, fell to 98.02 points, continuing its decline of 0.5% on

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Oman Engages in GCC Judicial Meeting to Boost Cooperation

Manama:The Sultanate of Oman took part in the 12th periodic meeting of the heads of Supreme and Cassation Courts from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), held in Manama, Bahrain. The meeting aimed to bolster judicial cooperation and the exchange of ex…