Sunday, November 15, 2026

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China Launches Low Earth Orbit Satellite Group

Muscat: China successfully launched a new group of low Earth orbit satellites from the Hainan commercial spacecraft launch site in the southern island province of Hainan today. According to Oman News Agency, the satellite group, the 13th of its kind that will constitute an internet constellation, was launched aboard a

New Initiative Announced to Support, Empower Persons with Disabilities in Oman

Muscat: BP Oman, in partnership with the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Social Development, and the A’Dhahirah Governor’s Office, announced a national initiative aimed at providing equal opportunities for persons with disabilities in the Sultanate of Oman through training and education. According to Oman News Agency, the new “Gift

National Day Holiday Announced

Muscat: At the behest of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, it has been decided that 26 and 27 November 2025, will be an official holiday for employees in units of the State’s Administrative Apparatus, other legal entities, and private sector establishments on the occasion of the National Day of

Daba Waterfront Development Project Reaches 98.5% Completion

Muscat: The Daba Waterfront Development Project in Wilayat of Daba has achieved a 98.5% completion rate, with final implementation scheduled for conclusion within the current year (2025). This initiative represents a key component of the government’s comprehensive development strategy to capitalize on the natural and coastal resources abundant throughout the

HM The Sultan Issues Royal Decree on Air Services Agreement with Guyana

Muscat: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has issued Royal Decree No. 95/2025, which ratifies the Agreement of Air Services between the government of the Sultanate of Oman and the government of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana. The agreement was initially signed in Montreal on 22 September 2025. According to

Fourth Energy and Minerals Forum Kicks Off in Duqm

Duqm: The Fourth Energy and Minerals Forum, organized by the Ministry of Energy and Minerals, was inaugurated today in the Wilayat of Duqm, Al Wusta Governorate. The event was held under the auspices of Eng. Salim bin Nasser Al Aufi, Minister of Energy and Minerals, and in the presence of

HM The Sultan Offers Condolences to Leaders of Kuwait and Suriname

Muscat: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of condolences to Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah, Emir of the State of Kuwait, on the death of Sheikh Sabah Jaber Fahad Al Malik Al Sabah. In his message, His Majesty extended his sincere sympathies and

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