A focused view of Oman’s latest business, economy and public-interest developments, organised for quick reading.
OmanQMuscat, 6 May 2025 – His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a formal congratulatory message to Friedrich Merz, on the occasion of his election as Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany. In his message, His…
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Algiers, 4-5 May 2025 — His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik arrived in Algeria on a two-day state visit at the invitation of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, marking a significant milestone in Omani-Algerian relations. This high-level visit highlighted the…
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In a significant regulatory move aimed at modernizing Oman’s fuel distribution sector and attracting strategic investments, the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion has announced a comprehensive new ministerial decision governing the establishment and operation of fuel…
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Eid Al-Adha holidays in Oman are expected to start on Thursday, June 5, 2025, and continue through Monday, June 9, according to the official Omani calendar. This five-day break applies to public sector entities, private companies, and semi-government…
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Sayyida Meyyan bint Shihab Al Said, Chairwoman of the Omani Society for Design, has been awarded the 2025 Arab Woman of the Year Award for Social Impact. The honor was presented at a ceremony held in London, organized…
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Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has officially announced the opening of its new showroom in the Qurum area of Muscat, marking a strategic step forward for Rolls-Royce Oman in the growing market of luxury cars in Oman. The new showroom…
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The Sultanate of Oman has announced that, effective May 29, 2025, anti-dumping tariffs will be imposed on imports of ceramic and porcelain tiles from China and India. This decision aims to protect local industries and counter unfair trade…
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Starting April 1, 2025, all foreign-owned companies (100%) operating in Oman will be required to employ at least one Omani national within the first year of their commercial activity. This regulation is part of the broader Omanization policy,…
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As part of Oman’s expanding diplomatic outreach in Africa, His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq, Sultan of Oman, will embark on an official state visit to Algeria starting Sunday, May 4, 2025, at the invitation of Algerian President…
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Muscat – April 30, 2025:In a major regulatory update designed to tighten control over used vehicle imports, the Royal Oman Police (ROP) announced that, effective July 1, 2025, vehicle imports from GCC countries will only be permitted if…
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