Culture and Nature Drive Oman’s Tourism Experiences, scope for growth remains: Mabrian

Oman’s tourist activities and experiences market is strongly anchored in its unique cultural and natural heritage Oman’s tourism activity offerings highlight the country’s strongest assets: a rich local cultural heritage and an extraordinary...

Oman's refinery production climbs 6.2% through August 2025

Oman's refinery sector recorded a 6.2 per cent increase in total production through August 2025, according to preliminary data from the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI). This overall growth occurred alongside a 6.8 per cent...

Omani firms can avoid double VAT while importing from UAE: Authority

Muscat: Oman Taxi Authority has issued clarification to Omani companies registered in Value Added Tax (VAT) regarding intraregional trade between the Sultanate of Oman, the United Arab Emirates, and other Gulf countries applying VAT Omani...

Oman committed to promoting sustainable environmental practices

Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman is observing Arab Environment Day through a comprehensive national programme led by the Environment Authority, aligning with this year's regional theme "Eliminating Plastic Pollution." The October 14 commemoration...

Oman, Kuwait explore opportunities to enhance cooperation

Muscat: His Majesty the Sultan and the Emir of the State of Kuwait, hold a fraternal meeting at Al Barakah Palace. The meeting explores opportunities to enhance bilateral partnerships and investments across diverse sectors and examines a range of...

Oman lifts 2025 kingfish fishing ban, urges sustainable practices

MUSCAT – As of Thursday, October 16, 2025, fishing and trading of kingfish will be permitted across the Sultanate. The Ministry extended its thanks and appreciation to Omani fishermen for their cooperation and adherence to the ban, which is aimed...

Oman Flour Mills receives first electric locomotive in Oman

Muscat — Oman Flour Mills (OFM) has received its first electric locomotive, the first of its kind in the Sultanate of Oman, in cooperation with the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion and the Royal Oman Police. The initiative...

Oman: Climate Dialogue discusses sustainable maritime transport

MUSCAT: In celebration of World Maritime Day, the Environmental Society of Oman (ESO), in partnership with Asyad Group, recently hosted a high-level panel session on “Sustainable Maritime Transport”, bringing together policymakers, industry...

Oman: Customs Duty refunds not allowed after 3 years

Muscat – The Royal Oman Police (ROP), Directorate General of Customs, has issued a notice highlighting key provisions from the Unified Customs Law of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), urging individuals and businesses to comply with...

Oman Childhood Conference kicks off, focuses on empowering children with disabilities through technology

MUSCAT : Organised by the Children First Association, the three-day conference brings together local and international experts to focus on the rehabilitation and empowerment of children with disabilities through modern technologies and inclusive...

Omani businesses can now import from UAE without paying double VAT: Here's the official 3-step plan

Oman clarifies VAT rules for imports from UAE and GCC, simplifying refunds, reducing costs, and boosting cross-border trade efficiency / Illustrative AI-generated image Omani businesses importing goods from the UAE can finally stop losing precious...

Oman and World Bank Group to formalise deal for country office in Muscat

WASHINGTON – The announcement comes on the sidelines of the 2025 Joint Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund in Washington DC, where a high-level Omani delegation, led by His Excellency Sultan bin Salim Al Habsi,...

Oman: Development Bank boosts small business financing to $259.7mln

Muscat – The Development Bank has announced that its loan portfolio for small enterprises has exceeded RO100mn by the end of September 2025. The bank has financed more than 20,000 small projects across production and service sectors in all...

Oman’s Ministry of Labour warns against fake job advertisements circulating online

MUSCAT : The Ministry of Labour has issued a warning against false job advertisements circulating on social media and unofficial platforms, stressing that all legitimate employment announcements are published exclusively through its verified...

Mabrian: Culture and nature shape Oman’s tourism experience mix

Oman’s tourism sector is strongly driven by cultural and nature-based experiences, according to a new analytical report by Mabrian, the global travel intelligence partner of The Data Appeal Company (Almawave Group). The study highlights that while...

AdLife Finance Director Varsha Roy to join panel on ‘Power of Women in Business’ at HerStory Oman Summit 2025

MUSCAT : Varsha Roy will speak on the panel titled ‘Power of Women in Business’, part of a dynamic programme designed to spotlight female leadership and innovation. With a career spanning roles at leading global institutions, including Goldman...

Europcar Oman & Bahrain Hosts “The Tee Time Connection” — A Distinguished Networking Evening Ahead of the 11th Edition of the Europcar Open

In an evening that celebrated connection and collaboration, Europcar Oman & Bahrain hosted “The Tee Time Connection”, an exclusive networking event at The Diplomatic Club, Muscat by the Sea, bringing together 65 exclusive guests including...

BlueFive Capital expands operations to Oman with Majan

BlueFive Capital, a global investment solutions platform, has launched its legal entity in the Sultanate of Oman, BlueFive Capital Majan, reinforcing the firm’s long-term commitment to the country and its growing role within the Gulf Cooperation...

Café Amazon targets deeper international growth

Thailand-based coffee chain Café Amazon has outlined plans to intensify its overseas expansion. Leveraging a franchise service model, the chain aims to push further into markets including Laos, the Philippines, Japan, Oman and Bahrain. Access...

Kuwait's Amir, Sultan of Oman discuss bilateral ties and joint cooperation

Kuwait's Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, who is visiting the Sultanate of Oman, and Sultan Haitham bin Tareq of Oman discussed the long-standing bilateral relations between Kuwait and Oman. During the meeting, the two sides explored...