A focused view of Oman’s latest business, economy and public-interest developments, organised for quick reading.
ConnsectThe Ministry of Labour in Oman has issued a decision requiring all employers with 25 or more workers to create a formal list of penalties and the conditions under which they may be imposed. This list must follow…
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Last week, Oman’s Tender Board approved seven road infrastructure projects worth over 119 million Omani Rials (approximately 309 million USD). These projects include: Widening of the Izki-Nizwa Road (46.8 million Omani Rials) to enhance safety and traffic flow.…
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The Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning, in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Water Resources, has initiated a project aimed at enhancing sustainability and food security through the establishment of Agricultural Cities. These cities will…
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Oman is home to 1.5 million children, accounting for more than one-third of the total population. According to a report from the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI), 86 percent of these children are Omani, while the…
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The Capital Market Authority has announced that the shares of OQ Exploration and Production will be listed on Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) on October 28. This IPO has attracted significant attention from a wide range of investors, with…
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The International Dates and Honey Exhibition 2024, under the patronage of the Ministry of Agricultural Wealth, Fisheries, and Water Resources of Oman, will take place from Sunday, October 20 to Saturday, October 26, 2024 at the Oman Convention…
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On the eve of Omani Women’s Day, the First Lady of Oman, wife of Sultan Haitham bin Tariq, issued a message highlighting the vital and impactful role of Omani women in the flourishing and advancement of the country.…
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The Civil Aviation Authority of Oman has issued an official statement regarding a security report at Muscat International Airport. According to the statement, the Civil Aviation Authority, in collaboration with its strategic partners, professionally handled a security incident…
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According to the Digital Government of the United Arab Emirates, residents (foreigners residing) of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries (Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia) and their companions can obtain a 30-day electronic visa for the…
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Oman has not recorded any cases of counterfeit currency operation this year, but authorities are warning the public about fraudulent schemes promoting counterfeit foreign currencies through deceptive advertisements. These scams often lure victims with offers to exchange fake…
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