Oman boosts energy sector as gas output rises
MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman recorded a modest decline in crude oil output in 2024 even as natural gas production expanded significantly, reflecting a gradual shift in the country…
Foreign Minister attends Angola’s independence celebrations
Luanda: Delegated by His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, Sayyid Badr bin Hamad al Busaidi, Foreign Minister, participated in the celebrations of the 50th anniversary of the indep…
Oman wins two World Cups at 42nd FIAP Youth Photography Biennial
Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman has won two World Cups in digital photography at the 42nd FIAP International Youth Photography Biennial, organised by the International Federation of…
Khasab Port ushers in tourism season with cruise arrival
Khasab: Khasab Port received a cruise ship Mein Schiff 4 on Wednesday carrying 2,472 tourists and 952 crew members.The arrival contributes to the growing marine tourism movement in…
Emerging markets 3.0: where the next wave of growth lies
By Dr Vincent Hooper, Professor of Finance & Area Head – SP Jain School of Global ManagementThe narrative around emerging markets is shifting dramatically as we move beyond 2025. G…
With a direct flight, Omanis can travel to China visa-free
Muscat: China has extended its visa-free entry for residents of Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, and Kuwait until December 31, 2026. The earlier deadline was June 8, 2022.This extensio…
Oman’s gateways to the world mark anniversaries
Muscat: The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) today marks the seventh anniversary of the opening of Muscat International Airport and the tenth anniversary of the opening of Salalah Ai…
Know countries with the highest Real GDP per capita
Recent forecasts from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) project global growth to slow to 3.1% in 2026. Advanced economies are expected to expand by around 1.5%, while emerging…
K-pop in Pakistan (2): From Secret Fandom to Global Community
US envoy to press Gaza truce
US mediators met Israel’s prime minister on Monday, with attention turning to the second, far more complex, phase of the Gaza ceasefire deal and the immediate problem of a standoff…