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May 14, 2026

Africa Energy Forum 2026: Building Africa’s Industrialised Future

Cape Town to host continent’s largest energy gathering as focus shifts from aspiration to execution CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA – EQS Newswire – 14 May 2026 – The Africa Energy Forum (https://apo-opa.co/4ugdl9y) returns from 16-19 June 2026, bringing together the companies, investors and governments driving Africa’s move from energy access

European Stocks Climb Amid AI Sector Momentum

Muscat: European stocks rose in today’s session: supported by momentum in the artificial intelligence sector that outweighed geopolitical concerns related to developments in West Asia.

According to Oman News Agency, the pan-European STOXX 600 index …

Muscat Stock Exchange Sees Sharp Decline with 2.68 Percent Drop

Muscat: Muscat Stock Exchange “30” Index closed today at 7,959.72 points, down 219 points, or 2.68 percent, compared to the previous trading session which closed at 8,178.76 points.

According to Oman News Agency, the total value of traded shares re…

Nikkei Index Retreats Amid Inflation and Rate Concerns

Tokyo: Japan’s Nikkei index hit a record high today before retreating into negative territory, amid concerns about inflation and higher interest rates.

According to Oman News Agency, the Nikkei 225 fell 1.0 percent to close at 62,654.05 points, aft…

Oman Participates in GCC Economy Meeting

Muscat: Represented by the Ministry of Economy, the Sultanate of Oman today took part in the 9th meeting of the GCC Economic and Development Affairs Authority’s preparatory committee. The meeting was held at the ministerial level via videoconferencing…

Oman Oil Price Rises by 17 Cents

Muscat: The official price of Oman oil for July delivery stood at USD 104.81 per barrel today. This reflects a rise of 17 cents compared to USD 104.64 per barrel on Wednesday.

According to Oman News Agency, the monthly average price of Oman crude for…

Gold Rises Slightly on Weaker Dollar

Muscat: Gold prices ticked up today, buoyed by a weaker dollar, as investors focused on US-China talks. Spot gold rose 0.3% to $4,699.87 per ounce, while gold futures for June delivery were steady at $4,706.90. Spot silver fell 0.4% to $87.64 per ounc…

OCCI Participates in Kazan International Economic Forum

Kazan: A delegation from Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) is taking part in the international forum of chambers of commerce and industry held in Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan, Russia. The forum is part of the ‘Russia-Islamic World Forum: Ka…

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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…