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Al Wusta Emerges as Top Fish Producer in Oman In 2023, Al Wusta governorate in Oman stood out as the top fish producer, contributing 36% of the national production with 250,000 tonnes valued at RO100mn, as per the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Water Resources. Dr Ali bin Abdullah al Alawi, Director General of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Water Resources in Al Wusta, highlighted the government’s focus on the fisheries sector due to its significant role in job creation. With over 4,800 fishermen and a fleet including 2,011 fishing boats, Al Wusta has invested in a multi-purpose fishing port within the…

Kuwait – A devastating fire erupted in a workers’ building in Mangaf, Kuwait, claiming the lives of at least 41 individuals. Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah confirmed the tragic incident during his visit to the scene. Sheikh Fahad pointed out that the disaster was a result of violations and greed on the part of real estate owners. He emphasized the impact of negligence in such a catastrophic event and highlighted the role of greed in escalating the situation. “Unfortunately, the greed of real estate owners is what leads to these matters,” stated Sheikh Fahad, underscoring the need…

Welcome to the latest update on Oman Vision 2040 Implementation! The Oman Vision 2040 Implementation Follow-up Unit, along with Alizz Islamic Bank, recently introduced three groundbreaking guidelines aimed at improving government efficiency and performance. These guidelines, focusing on quality management, institutional excellence and innovation, and the application of the Lean Continuous Improvement methodology, were unveiled at an event attended by esteemed dignitaries and held under the patronage of H H Sayyid Dr Kamil Fahad al Said. Dr Khamis bin Saif al Jabri, head of the unit, emphasized the importance of these guidelines in equipping the government with the tools needed…

Yesterday, the Sultanate of Oman and the Kingdom of Belgium commemorated the 46th anniversary of their bilateral and diplomatic relations at the prestigious Royal Opera House Muscat. The event highlighted the remarkable growth in ties between the two countries, particularly in economic and investment partnerships such as the Duqm Port project. Ambassador H E Rua bint Issa al Zadjali emphasized the solid foundations of the relationship between Oman and Belgium, focusing on the significant progress in economic and investment partnerships. H E Rua expressed Oman’s commitment to strengthening ties, enhancing cooperation, and finalizing agreements that promote mutual benefits and common…

Alizz Islamic Bank signs agreement with Abraj Energy Services for Sharia-compliant financing Alizz Islamic Bank, one of Oman’s leading Islamic Wholesale Banking institutions, has strengthened its position by signing an agreement with Abraj Energy Services to provide Sharia-compliant financing facilities. The agreement was signed by the CEOs of both organizations, emphasizing their commitment to innovative and personalized solutions for clients. Mr. Ali Al Mani, CEO of Alizz Islamic Bank, expressed his delight in partnering with Abraj Energy Services and contributing to the growth of the country’s economy. Eng. Saif Al Hamhami, CEO of Abraj Energy, highlighted the significance of the…

Exciting Developments Unveiled in Dakhliyah Governorate The Tenders Committee of Dakhliyah governorate recently approved a series of development projects totaling RO1.534mn, showcasing the government’s dedication to enhancing municipal services and infrastructure. Led by Sheikh Hilal bin Saeed Al Hajri, the committee’s initiatives aim to improve community well-being and boost local tourism. Highlight projects include the construction of Jabal Akhdar Park and enhancements to Al Maamoura Park in Bahla, providing recreational spaces and promoting local tourism. Additionally, infrastructure improvements in various roads will enhance transportation safety and efficiency in the region. Other projects include a new transportation building in Bidbid, light…

Welcome 12 Ambassadors to Oman! His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik recently welcomed the credentials of 12 ambassadors to the Sultanate of Oman at Al Alam Palace. The ambassadors from countries like Mauritius, European Union, Canada, Myanmar, Zambia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Chile, Rwanda, Burundi, Georgia, Serbia, and Cambodia were individually greeted by His Majesty. During these meetings, the ambassadors conveyed warm regards from their countries’ leaders to His Majesty and expressed their commitment to enhancing relations between their nations and Oman. They were honored to present their credentials and assured their efforts in strengthening diplomatic ties for mutual benefit. His…

Muscat – The Ministry of Social Development (MoSD) introduced a new platform called Ta’heel, meaning ‘rehabilitation’ in Arabic, during the COMEX Global Technology Show. This initiative aims to support individuals with disabilities and their families, as well as workers from various rehabilitation centres. With Ta’heel, individuals with disabilities can easily request rehabilitation services, schedule evaluation dates, make changes if needed, and monitor the progress of their requests. Moreover, the platform assists organizations in establishing new rehabilitation centers by facilitating licence applications, branch openings, licence renewals, and activity additions. MoSD revealed that 107 rehabilitation centers, comprising government, private, and civil sectors,…

Visa Everywhere Initiative (VEI) is a global open innovation program challenging fintech startups to solve current payment and commerce issues. Since 2015, over 15,000 startups from 100+ countries have collectively secured OMR18.4B ($48B USD) in funding through VEI. This year, Oman finalists will compete in Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Bahrain edition of VEI. Finalists include innovative startups like LazyWait, MoneyLoop, HAL Capital, Mamun, Flooss, Cnpsecure, and Ryalize. Winners from each country will receive OMR15,000 ($40,000 USD). The program also offers an Impact Prize of OMR3,800 ($10,000 USD) to solutions with positive social impact. Winners gain exposure to Visa’s network and…

Oman Ranks 67th in WEF Tourism Development Index In the latest edition of the Travel and Tourism Development Index (TTDI) by the World Economic Forum, Oman has secured the 67th position out of 119 countries. The sultanate excelled in areas like tourism demand sustainability and safety and security, ranking 12th and 16th globally, respectively. Collaborating with the University of Surrey and leading travel industry stakeholders, the TTDI evaluates nations based on factors that promote sustainable and resilient development of the Travel & Tourism sector. Oman also performed well in business environment, air transport infrastructure, and ICT readiness, highlighting its robust…