Muscat: The “Scale” Award for tech startups has launched its second edition, aimed at supporting and empowering emerging enterprises while fostering an environment of innovation and entrepreneurship in the Sultanate of Oman. According to Oman News Agency, the second edition of the award is organized in collaboration with strategic partners
Muscat: Oman Post has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Denmark’s e-Boks company to establish and operate the National Digital Mailbox in the Sultanate of Oman. This platform will serve as the official and secure channel for communication between government entities, the private sector, and individuals. According to Oman News
Muscat: The Ministry of Energy and Minerals has unveiled new investment opportunities in four concession areas, open for competition among local and international companies as part of the 2025 Mining Bidding Round. According to Oman News Agency, this initiative aligns with the ministry’s efforts to boost investment in the mining
Tokyo: The dollar was adrift today as markets looked ahead to a raft of US labor market data this week that could determine the size of the Federal Reserve’s expected rate cut later this month. The dollar rose 0.1% against the yen to 147.20 in the early Asian session. According
Tokyo: Japan’s Nikkei share average fell to a three-week low today as chip-related stocks slumped, tracking a technology-led sell-off on Wall Street last Friday. According to Oman News Agency, the Nikkei dropped more than 2% to 41,849.82 at the midday break, after earlier touching 41,843.96, its lowest level since August
Muscat: Oil prices edged lower today, pressured by signs of higher production and concerns over the impact of US tariffs on demand. Brent crude futures fell 12 cents, or 0.18%, to reach $67.36 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude dropped 13 cents, or 0.2%, to $63.88 per
Muscat: Gold and silver prices surged to record highs today, supported by expectations of a US Federal Reserve interest rate cut in September. Spot gold rose 0.8% to $3,475.72 per ounce, its highest level since April 23, while US gold futures for December delivery gained 0.9% to $3,546.10. According to
Muscat: The total issuance of Government Treasury Bills amounted to RO 8 million. The value of the allotted Treasury bills amounted to RO 8 million, for a maturity period of 91 days. The average accepted price reached RO 98.955 for every RO 100, and the minimum accepted price arrived at
Hanoi:The Healthcare Management and Organization Committee held its second meeting of 2026, chaired by Dr. Hilal Ali Al Sabti, Minister of Health. The meeting focused on advancing the health system and enhancing integration among its various component…
Tunis:The Sultanate of Oman, through its Royal Oman Police (ROP), actively took part in the 22nd Arab Conference of Heads of Traffic Agencies held in Tunisia.
According to Oman News Agency, the conference, organized by the General Secretariat of the…
Al Buraimi:The University of Al Buraimi hosted the 2026 National Conference on Ophthalmology and Ophthalmosurgery, organized by the Directorate General of Health Services in Al Buraimi Governorate and Al Buraimi Hospital in collaboration with the Mini…
Sanaa:The Oman International Mental Health Conference 2026 has commenced, featuring a diverse group of specialists and experts in psychiatry, mental health, and related fields. The event is organized under the patronage of Dr. Said Harib Al Lamki, Und…
Manama:The Sultanate of Oman participated in the 12th meeting of the Committee of GCC Ministers of Social Affairs and Social Development, which was held in Manama, Bahrain. The Omani delegation was led by Dr. Laila bint Ahmed Al Najjar, the Minister o…
