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Omani startup develops safe air purifier based on natural product
Times of Oman
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Muscat: Student innovations are emerging as a key driver for the sustainable future. From the heart of Omani universities, Balil Company developed a smart and safe air purifier based on natural, effective, biodegradable, and environment-friendly...
Oman for foreign investors: Open doors with protected sectors
Times of Oman
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Oman actively encourages foreign investment under its Foreign Capital Investment Law, offering significant incentives such as national treatment, potential tax breaks, land access options, and strong guarantees against unfair expropriation....
France and Oman: Common vision and shared ambition
Times of Oman
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On the occasion of the French National Day, I would like to express my gratitude to the Omani authorities and the Omani people for their warm welcome, as well as to the French community and to all the friends of France in Oman. I took up my duties...
Forum offers vital recommendations on developing human resources in Oman
Times of Oman
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Salalah: The 11th edition of the Annual Human Development Conference concluded in Salalah on Monday with a number of recommendations on developing human resources, both at the institutional and individual levels. This is envisaged through training...
Clinical trial shows taking blood pressure medication at night improves nocturnal and daytime control
Medical Xpress
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Research led by Sichuan University in China has revealed that bedtime antihypertensive medication dosing improves nocturnal blood pressure control over morning dosing in patients with hypertension. Hypertension is a major global health challenge....
GCC IPO Market Sees Largest-Yet First Half, Despite Dip In Proceeds
MENAFN
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July 15, 2025
(MENAFN- The Arabian Post) Arabian Post Staff -Dubai GCC countries secured $3.4 bn from 24 initial public offerings in the first half of 2025, down 6% from $3.6 bn over 23 listings a year earlier, according to a report by Kuwaiti research firm...
Oman Air named official airline partner for COMEX 2025, reinforcing digital-first vision for travel
Times of Oman
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Muscat,– Oman Air, the national carrier, has been named the Official Airline Partner for COMEX 2025, highlighting its commitment to innovation and a digitally empowered future for the Sultanate. This partnership with Oman’s leading tech and...
Omantel, du announce activation of 275-km OEG submarine cable
Zawya
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UAE's telecom and digital services provider du, and Omantel, the leading provider of integrated telecommunication services in Oman, have announced the activation of the Oman Emirates Gateway (OEG), a 275-km-long international fibre optic submarine...
Omani Rial to Pakistani rupee rate; July 10, 2025
ARY News
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July 10, 2025
The Omani Rial (OMR) is currently trading at a rate of Rs 749.85 against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) in the open market as of Thursday, July 10, 2025. The recorded buying and selling rates for the OMR are Rs 740.85 and Rs 749.85, respectively. These...
Oman, Bulgaria explore enhancing economic, investment cooperation
Times of Oman
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Sofia: The Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Bulgaria discussed strengthening economic and investment cooperation between the two countries, leveraging experiences in creating investment-friendly environments, designing investor incentives,...
Oman: MTCIT’s national space accelerator to boost tech startups
Zawya
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Muscat – Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology (MTCIT) launched a national initiative – designed to empower local startups to develop innovative space solutions and services – called Space Accelerators Programme on...
Oman: Mango crop development research enhances food security
Zawya
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Suhar: As part of Oman’s efforts to boost agricultural sustainability and food security, the Agricultural Research Centre in Suhar, affiliated with the Directorate-General of Agricultural and Animal Research at the Ministry of Agriculture,...
Oman: OIA launches $200mln JV energy transition fund
Zawya
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MUSCAT: Oman Investment Authority (OIA) launched a $200 million joint energy transition fund here yesterday, July 9, 2025. ‘The Energy Transition Fund’ is the result of a partnership between OIA’s Future Fund Oman (FFO) and Chinese investment firm...
Oman: Tech Mahindra committed to invest in upskilling and reskilling local Omani talent
Zawya
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Muscat: India-based Global IT services major Tech Mahindra has a significant footprint in Oman and offers a wide range of services from 5G and AI to cloud and cybersecurity. The tech major brings global expertise to co-create innovative,...
Oman launches space accelerator programme to boost innovation
Oman Observer
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July 9, 2025
MUSCAT: In a significant move in furtherance of Oman Vision 2040, the Sultanate of Oman has launched the Oman Space Accelerators Programme—an innovative programme to foster in-country capabilities in the global space sector and establish a...
Oman at Unesco session of World Heritage Committee
Oman Observer
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July 9, 2025
PARIS: The Sultanate of Oman is taking part in the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee — a body of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (Unesco) — currently being held at the Unesco’s headquarters in Paris....
Oman launches $200m energy transition fund
Deal Street Asia
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Future Fund Oman (FFO), an Oman Investment Authority (OIA) fund, and pan-Asia alternative asset manager Templewater have partnered to drive investments in the energy transition and advanced manufacturing sectors in the sultanate. The Energy...
Omani Rial to Pakistani rupee rate; July 09, 2025
ARY News
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July 9, 2025
The Omani Rial (OMR) is trading at a rate of Rs 748.9 against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) in the open market on Wednesday, July 09. The buying and selling rates for OMR were recorded at Rs 739.9 and Rs 748.9, respectively. The exchange rates for...
Oman launches first energy transition fund worth $200 million
The Arabian Stories
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July 9, 2025
MUSCAT: Future Fund Oman (FFO), an Oman Investment Authority (OIA) Fund and Templewater, a leading pan-Asia alternative asset manager announced on Wednesday the launch of the Energy Transition Fund. This marks the first dedicated fund of its kind...
Omani Geological Heritage Exhibition in A’Rustaq attracts 8,979 visitors
The Arabian Stories
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July 9, 2025
MUSCAT : The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism has announced that the fourth edition of the Omani Geological Heritage Exhibition, titled “Sustainability and Employment Opportunities”, held at Al Hazm Fort in the Wilayat of A’Rustaq, South Al...