More than 45 agreements signed on the opening day of the Global Labor Market Conference in Riyadh are expected to generate thousands of training and employment opportunities across Saudi Arabia, officials said. The agreements were concluded between a wide range of public and private sector organizations, with a focus on modern work models, skills development,…
The Embassy of India in Muscat celebrated the 77th Republic Day of India with patriotic fervor and enthusiasm, drawing large participation from the Indian community and friends of India in Oman. The celebrations began with Chargé d’affaires Mrs. Tavishi Behal Pandey laying a floral tribute at the statue of Mahatma Gandhi, honoring his legacy of…
Oman’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has reported significant growth in air traffic and infrastructure during 2025 and 2026, highlighting the Sultanate’s strategic role in regional and international aviation. In 2025, more than 585,000 aircraft crossed Omani airspace, reflecting the country’s position as a key air corridor connecting Asia, Europe, and Africa. The CAA issued over…
The Al Buraimi Governorate Police Command has detained eight Asian nationals for illegal gambling activities in the Wilayat of Al Buraimi. The arrests follow an investigation into illicit activities within the local community. Authorities confirmed the suspects were engaged in gambling, which is strictly prohibited under Omani law. The raid reflects ongoing efforts by the…
Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, arrived in Warsaw on Sunday for an official visit to Poland. During his stay, Prince Faisal is scheduled to meet with Radoslaw Sikorski, Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, on Monday. The discussions are expected to focus on bilateral relations and exploring…
The Omani-Saudi naval exercise “Winds of Peace 2026” began on Saturday, with joint maritime drills taking place in the Al Batinah maritime region, according to an official statement. The Omani-Saudi naval exercise is being conducted by several vessels from the Royal Navy of Oman, with the participation of crews from the Royal Saudi Naval Forces….
Oman money supply rose by 6.4 percent to 26.4 billion Omani rials ($68.6 billion) in November, reflecting solid liquidity conditions and continued growth in bank deposits, according to official data released on Saturday. The increase in Oman money supply, which measures cash in circulation along with bank deposits, was driven by a 12.2 percent rise…
The Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship got underway in Dubai on Saturday, with Sharjah Self-Defence Sports Club taking the opening-day lead following the first round of No Gi competition at Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex. The championship featured bouts across the U-12, U-14 and U-16 categories, drawing strong participation from clubs across the…
The Saudi pavilion Cairo book fair hosted Qatari Ambassador to Egypt Sheikh Jassim Al-Thani, who toured the ministry’s religious and educational exhibits at the 57th Cairo International Book Fair. The ambassador praised Saudi Arabia’s efforts in disseminating the Qur’an and highlighted the pavilion’s organization and quality, according to the Saudi Press Agency. The fair, held…
Sultan Al-Marshad, CEO of the Saudi Fund for Development, met with Uzbekistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Khodjayev Jamshid Abdukhakimovich in Tashkent to discuss ways to strengthen Saudi Fund Uzbekistan cooperation across multiple development sectors. According to the fund’s official X account, the talks focused on enhancing collaboration and advancing key development initiatives throughout Uzbekistan. The meeting…
