In a significant change from recent years, Muslims in most Arab and Islamic countries began observing Ramadan fasting simultaneously on Thursday. Iran and Oman have joined Saudi Arabia and the majority of Arab and Muslim nations in starting the fast on the same day, marking a united commencement to the…
In a recent phone conversation on Friday evening, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and his Omani counterpart, Sayyid Badr Albusaidi, engaged in discussions on the progress of sanctions removal talks and the strengthening of bilateral relations between their countries. According to the Iran Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Albusaidi expressed satisfaction…
In a recent meeting between Abdullah Al Harthy, a member of the Board of the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) and Honorary Consul of Belarus in Oman, and Aleksandr Golovarev, Head of the International Cooperation and Exhibition Activities Department of the Belarusian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BelCCI),…
Oman Rail and Etihad Rail Company are inviting pre-qualification bids from companies specialized in executing mega infrastructure projects in Oman, as part of a $3 billion joint venture to develop and build a railway network between the two countries, the Oman News Agency reported on Wednesday. The move aims to expand the role of the private sector in the state-owned project and the national economy of both nations, with the…
Controversial Islamist preacher Zakir Naik, known for spearheading conversions to Islam, arrived in the Sultanate of Oman on Wednesday morning as a ‘State Guest.’ His visit, which coincides with the eve of Ramzan, has raised concerns within India’s national security establishment. Reports suggest that Naik has been invited to deliver two lectures during his public lecture tour in Oman. The first lecture, titled “The Quran: A Global Necessity,” is organized…
The Oman Flour Mills Company has taken a significant step towards ensuring food security by receiving its first direct shipment of 34,728 metric tons of Australian wheat. The purchase was made through a subsidiary of the Oman Flour Mills Group as part of an initiative to buy wheat directly from Australian farmers amid challenges faced in supply chains and difficulties in procuring foodstuffs, particularly wheat. Dr. Saud bin Hamoud Al…
Oman’s prominent luxury real estate developer, Dar Global, has announced the sale of AIDA, a groundbreaking mixed-use gated community that redefines luxurious living in the country. AIDA is a collaboration with Omran Group, the sultanate’s executive arm for tourism development, and is in alignment with Oman’s Vision 2040 to advance the real estate market. Located a mere 10 minutes from Downtown Muscat, AIDA offers an unparalleled blend of premium residences, hotel projects, and a golf course designed by the US-based…
Rakiza, a prominent infrastructure fund focused on investments in Oman and Saudi Arabia, announced that it has successfully raised $1 billion for its inaugural investment vehicle. The fund is on the verge of finalizing its first deal in Saudi Arabia, marking a significant milestone in its expansion. The Oman Infrastructure Investment Management and Equitix Ltd. co-manage Rakiza, which has already allocated 25% of its capital to three projects in Oman. These projects encompass the development of telecom towers, a container…
Israel’s foreign minister thanked the Sultan of Oman for opening the Gulf state’s airspace to Israeli airlines that meet the civil aviation authority’s requirements. Israeli foreign minister Eli Cohen thanked Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said on Twitter for the “historic decision” which he says will “shorten the flight time from Israel to Asia”. Saudi Arabia allowed Israeli carriers to use its airspace last year for destinations in Asia. The decision followed US President Joe Biden’s visit to the Middle…
On a recent day in Pristina, supporters of the non-parliamentary Social Democratic Party expressed their discontent with the Ohrid agreement by staging a protest that involved throwing smoke bombs around the government building. The Ohrid agreement, which was signed last week, included provisions for the formation of the Union of Serbian Municipalities. The Social Democratic Party’s hundreds of supporters, many of whom were former officials of Prime Minister Albin Kurti’s Self-Determination movement, were angered by this provision and demanded the…
Syria’s President Bashar al-Assad pays a “work visit” to Oman and met with Sultan Haitham bin Tariq al-Said, according to local media reports. Assad was greeted at the airport by Sultan Haitham. According to the Omani Foreign Ministry, the Sultan has once again expressed his condolences and heartfelt sympathy to Assad and the Syrian people for the victims of the devastating earthquake that rocked Syria and Turkey two weeks ago. The Sultan and al-Assad addressed regional and international matters before…
A 4.1-magnitude earthquake hit Oman’s Duqm on Sunday morning. The earthquake was reported at around 7.55 am close to the town of Duqm, known for its deep sea port on the Arabian Sea. Some residents even called local police to know what exactly happened. “Royal Oman Police followed up the calls received from some citizens about feeling a slight earthquake, and it did not receive any reports of injuries or damage as a result,” officials wrote in a social media…
As the winter season begins, Muscat Oman has been pummeled by heavy rain. Muscat, the capital, was the hardest hit, with flooded streets and homes. https://twitter.com/i/status/1608171981345820673 Two people were killed as a result of the severe weather. A man was killed when his vehicle overturned in Muscat’s Maabela district early Tuesday. Another man was killed when his car collided with the wall of a city residence. Adults, including schoolchildren and university students, were advised to stay indoors. The Royal Oman…
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