AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoDefence Technology: Oman’s MSA Global and India’s IG Defence will explore local production and joint development of unmanned aircraft and counter-drone systems; investment and production terms are still to be agreed. AI Investment: Oman-linked Phaze Ventures is targeting more than $75 million for AI and deep-tech startups, while a separate consortium plans a $3 billion AI data-centre project. Space & Satellites: Oman’s Inter Astra initiative is advancing cooperation with the US, and ETCO Space has signed with UK firm Open Cosmos to develop satellite and Earth-observation capabilities. MBSat also selected ST Engineering iDirect for satellite ground infrastructure. Innovation & Science: Oman opened its Makerspace Centre at Muscat Innovation Complex to support local manufacturing. The Oman Science Festival starts November 2, with more than 350,000 visitors expected.
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