Oman Science & Water Security: Sultan Qaboos University researchers used transient electromagnetic surveying to map seawater intrusion in northern Oman’s coastal aquifer near Al Jifnain, warning that groundwater quality decline is already harming wells and crops like date palms and calling for better monitoring for sustainable management. Oman Agriculture Innovation: A regional workshop in Muscat on “Molecular Breeding and Marker-Assisted Selection” is training scientists and breeders to use molecular tools and genetic markers to strengthen plant improvement and boost resilience to climate pressures, with support from the IAEA and FAO. Oman Heritage & Geo-Tourism: The Omani Geological Heritage Exhibition opened in Jabal Akhdar, adding new content on the Al Hajar Geopark and highlighting fossils, 3D models, and job opportunities tied to geo-tourism and research. Oman Research Culture: Dhofar’s 3rd Scientific Forum in Salalah is running with a focus on modern research skills for youth, plus MoUs to support multi-year continuation and academic guidance. Oman Climate & Tech Events: Oman Climate Week 2026 returns (14–16 Sept) to bring together government, industry, researchers and investors around climate technologies, circular economy, clean energy, water, smart mobility and climate finance. Regional Tech & Diplomacy: Oman’s ambassador to India praised Modi’s BRICS consensus-building, while Oman also backs dialogue-focused approaches amid West Asia tensions. Maritime Risk Watch: Attacks and disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz continue to threaten shipping safety and energy flows, with reports of tanker incidents near Oman and renewed focus on high-risk transit routes.