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September 3, 2025

Oman, Saudi Arabia Ink MoU to Enhance Statistical Cooperation

Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for cooperation in the fields of statistics and information. The MoU, signed at the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI), was aimed to consolidate the existing partnership between the two countries.

Qatari Delegation Explores Oman’s Experience in Investment Promotion

Muscat: A delegation from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry of the State of Qatar visited the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion as part of efforts to enhance bilateral cooperation and exchange expertise between the two countries. According to Oman News Agency, during the visit, the Qatari delegation

European Stocks Rise as Bond Selling Stabilizes

Muscat: European stocks rose today, recovering after sharp losses suffered in the previous session, as selling in long-term bonds appeared to stabilize amid anticipation of US jobs data. The pan-European Stoxx 600 index climbed 0.4 percent to 545.35 points, boosted by a 1.3 percent gain in the technology sector, which

Japanese Stocks Close at 4-Week Low Amid Bank Stock Decline

Tokyo: Japanese shares ended at their lowest in nearly four weeks today, weighed down by a decline in bank stocks. The Nikkei lost 0.88 percent to close at 41,938.89, while the broader Topix slipped 1.07 percent to 3,048.89. Both indexes marked their lowest closing levels since Aug. 8. According to

Oil Dips but Remains Near Month’s High

Muscat: Oil prices eased in Asia today but held near one-month highs, while traders looked ahead to an OPEC+ meeting over the weekend. Brent crude fell 19 cents, or 0.3%, to $68.95 a barrel. US West Texas Intermediate crude dipped 16 cents, or 0.2%, at $65.43 a barrel. The benchmarks

Gold Extends Record Run as US Rate-Cut Bets Lift Appeal

New york: Gold prices extended their record run today, holding firm above the key $3,500 level, driven by growing investor confidence that the US Federal Reserve will cut interest rates in September. Spot gold was up 0.2% at $3,540.64 per ounce, and US gold futures for December delivery gained 0.4%

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Oman Engages in GCC Social Affairs Ministers’ Meeting

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…

Oman Concludes Participation in Interpol Anti-Drug Conference

Hanoi:The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Royal Oman Police (ROP), has concluded its participation in the Interpol Anti-Drug and Prohibited Substances Conference held in the Czech Republic, which lasted for three days.

According to Oman News A…