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Oman: $62mln development projects reshape Wadi Bani Khalid
Zawya
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Muscat – Wadi Bani Khalid, North Sharqiyah is undergoing rapid development with investments exceeding RO24mn directed towards tourism, infrastructure and road projects. A key initiative is the Wadi Bani Khalid–Aqaba Road Project, valued at over...
Oman’s missing link to growth & prosperity
Zawya
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Oman is urbanising at an unprecedented pace. From the expansion of Muscat to the transformation of cities like Suhar, Nizwa, Salalah, Sur and Ibri, urban growth is no longer a demographic by-product — it is a strategic driver of diversification,...
Oman, Burkina Faso sign deals on gold mining, agriculture, and investment partnerships
The Arabian Stories
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August 28, 2025
Muscat: The agreements pave the way for a joint venture in Burkina Faso’s gold mining sector, significant agricultural investments, and the establishment of a comprehensive investment partnership. Together, these projects are expected to enhance...
Oman and Burkina Faso sign major investment agreements
Times of Oman
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Muscat: Following discussions between the Chairman of the Oman Investment Authority and the President of Burkina Faso, several agreements have been signed to establish a comprehensive investment partnership between the two countries. These...
Investment agreement signed for dry battery manufacturing plant in Al Buraimi Industrial City
Times of Oman
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Al Buraimi: Al Buraimi Industrial City, a subsidiary of the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn), signed a unified investment agreement on Thursday for a specialised industrial project to manufacture dry batteries. The facility...
VinFast VF 8 Offers Industry-Leading Aftersales Policy for Ultimate Peace of Mind
Middle East News 247
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August 28, 2025
Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer, VinFast, continues to redefine standards in the electric mobility space with the VF 8, now backed by one of the most comprehensive aftersales policies available in the UAE. With a remarkable...
Omani Business Forum boosts light industries in Salalah
GCC Business News
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August 28, 2025
The Omani Business Forum for Empowering Light Industries has convened in the Wilayat of Salalah, Dhofar Governorate, organized by the Salalah Free Zone in collaboration with the Business Forum. The Omani Business Forum was organized with the aim...
125 students in Oman honoured for academic excellence
The Arabian Stories
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August 28, 2025
Muscat: The Ministry of Education honored 125 outstanding students who excelled in the General Education Diploma and its equivalent, in a ceremony held under the auspices of HE Qais bin Mohammed Al Yousef, Minister of Commerce, Industry, and...
GCC Country-Level Market Entry Guides 2025 Competitive Landscape, Opportunities, And Entry Strategies Across Energy, Manufacturing, Retail, Healthcare, Technology, Finance, And Education
MENAFN
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August 28, 2025
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Discover lucrative market entry strategies in the GCC region with our comprehensive report, covering Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, and Bahrain. Unveil opportunities in sectors like energy, technology, and...
Afarinick, CJ Commodities and Oman Carbon to unlock carbon assets in Ghana’s cocoa sector
CNR Citi Newsroom
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August 28, 2025
Afarinick, Ghana’s foremost leader in landscape restoration and farm management, CJ Commodities, a licensed Ghanaian cocoa buying company with a 10% market share in the 2024/25 season, and Oman Carbon, a pan-African Carbon Project Developer, on...
These Materials Could Cripple America’s Defense Industrial Base
War on the Rocks
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August 28, 2025
The Pentagon’s arsenal and defense industrial base is built on materials that China can turn off like a light switch. Growing uncertainty in critical mineral markets and the open weaponization of supply chains by China has prompted a paradigm...
Oman: Commercial sesame project announced
Zawya
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SALALAH: The launch of a first-ever commercial sesame-farming project in the Najd plain of Dhofar Governorate has the potential to not only strengthen national food security but also to build a value-added agri-food chain around this oilseed...
Oman: Non-oil exports rise 9% in H1 2025
Zawya
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MUSCAT: Oman’s foreign trade performance in the first half of 2025 shows steady progress in non-oil activity alongside firm investment demand, according to official figures. Total merchandise exports reached RO 11.5 billion by end-June, with...
Oman mandates licences for food delivery agents from September 1
Madhyamam
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August 27, 2025
Starting September 1, food delivery drivers and supervisors in Oman must have a professional licence from the Ministry of Labour’s logistics sector skills unit, Atheer Oman reported. The regulation applies to all companies, whether local, regional...
Oman’s missing link to growth & prosperity
Oman Observer
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August 27, 2025
Oman is urbanising at an unprecedented pace. From the expansion of Muscat to the transformation of cities like Suhar, Nizwa, Salalah, Sur and Ibri, urban growth is no longer a demographic by-product — it is a strategic driver of diversification,...
Oman a safe destination for workforce, investment
Oman Observer
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August 27, 2025
MUSCAT: The latest labour force statistics in the Sultanate of Oman highlight a balanced and dynamic employment landscape that reflects the country’s steady progress towards sustainable development. By the end of July 2025, the total number of...
Oman seeks consultant for solar projects
pv-magazine
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August 27, 2025
Nama Power and Water Procurement Co. (PWP) is seeking a consultant for solar project development, with tender documents available until Aug. 30 and applications due Sept. 15. August 27, 2025 Patrick Jowett Image: Ahmed Nasser, Unsplash PWP, Oman’s...
Oman: Consumer Protection in South Sharqiyah recovers $72,799 in first half of 2025
Zawya
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Sharqiyah South, Oman – The Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) has released its statistical indicators for January–June 2025 from its South Sharqiyah office, showcasing considerable activity in safeguarding consumer rights. Key achievements...
Oman's Golden Visa To Offer Long-Term Residency To Investors; Know Details Inside
Times Now
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August 27, 2025
Oman is a country known for its culture, deserts, nightlife, wildlife and more. The place is home to a lot of museums and archaeological sites. A popular destination, when one explores Oman, one realises how the place has so much to offer. Well,...
Oman Golden Visa: Long-Term Residency Made Easier for Investors, Families, and Retirees
Times of Dubai
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August 27, 2025
9August 27, 2025 | Muscat: The new Oman golden visa is giving investors, families, and retirees a long-term way to live and invest in the Sultanate. Announced by the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, this visa allows...