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Oman wins award at UNESCO International Forum on AI Ethics 2025
The Arabian Stories
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June 25, 2025
MUSCAT : The event, which runs until June 27, serves as a high-level global platform for addressing ethical governance frameworks for emerging AI technologies. The honorary award was presented in recognition of a research paper authored by Ayoub...
Pakistan, Oman vow to deepen maritime ties, launch ferry link
Associated Press of Pakistan
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July 3, 2025
- Advertisement - - Advertisement - - Advertisement - ISLAMABAD, Jul 3 (APP): Pakistan and the Sultanate of Oman on Thursday discussed to strengthening bilateral maritime cooperation to accelerate the launch of a ferry service, share marine...
Oman: OAB unveils capital boost to power SME growth and digital innovation
Zawya
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MUSCAT: Oman Arab Bank (OAB) plans to increase its authorised capital to RO 500 million, up from RO 200 million presently, and increase its paid-in capital by RO 50 million by way of a shareholder-underwritten rights issue, subject to regulatory...
First Official Visit of Omani FM to Bulgaria Marks Milestone in Bilateral Ties
Bulgarian News Agency
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In a historic first, Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Sultanate of Oman, paid an official visit to Bulgaria from July 2 to 4, 2025, at the invitation of Bulgarian Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev. The visit...
Tunisia and Oman Announce Joint Action Plan To Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation
Media Line
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July 3, 2025
Tunisia and Oman have unveiled a new joint action plan aimed at enhancing cooperation across various sectors. The announcement was made during a press conference in Tunis by Tunisian Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali Nafti and Omani Foreign Minister...
Foreign Minister of Oman Al Busaidi Stresses Friendship in Talks with Bulgarian Counterpart
Bulgarian News Agency
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Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi of the Sultanate of Oman said on Thursday that his country’s efforts to assist Bulgarian citizens were rooted in friendship and duty, during talks in Sofia with Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev....
Oman's Duqm spaceport plans five launches in 2025
Times Aerospace
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A 6.5-metre tall rocket, named Duqm-1, rose to an altitude of 140km above sea level, crossing the Karman line, recognised as the boundary of space, at speeds of up to 1,530 m/s. Chief commercial officer, Julanda al Riyami, announced the company’s...
DeFi Technologies enters MENA market with Dubai launch
Gulf Business
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July 3, 2025
Image: Getty Images DeFi Technologies Inc. (Nasdaq: DEFT), a financial technology firm bridging traditional capital markets with decentralised finance (DeFi), has announced a major expansion into the GCC and MENA region through the registration of...
Pakistan, Oman push for stronger maritime ties, direct Gwadar ferry service
Profit by Pakistan Today
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July 3, 2025
Pakistan and the Sultanate of Oman have agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation in the maritime sector, with a focus on fast-tracking the launch of a direct ferry service, expanding marine trade, and enhancing people-to-people and business...
Foreign Minister: Bulgaria Wants to Open Diplomatic Mission in Oman
Bulgarian News Agency
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Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev told reporters here on Thursday that there is political will to further deepen diplomatic and political contacts between Bulgaria and the Sultanate of Oman. The press conference took place after a meeting between...
Bulgaria, Oman Sign Memorandum on Strategic Energy Cooperation
Bulgarian News Agency
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A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Bulgarian Ministry of Energy and the Ministry of Energy and Minerals of the Sultanate of Oman was signed on Thursday, the Bulgarian Energy Ministry’s said in a press release on Thursday. The document...
Omani Publications Corner launched at Russian varsity
Oman Observer
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June 24, 2025
Moscow: The Omani Publications Corner was inaugurated at the Chechen State Pedagogical University, on Tuesday. The move comes within the context of cultural cooperation between the National Museum and the university. The initiative is part of the...
NASDAQ listed DeFi Technologies expands into MENA with UAE office
TahawulTech
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July 3, 2025
Dubai — DeFi Technologies Inc., a financial technology company bridging traditional capital markets and decentralised finance (DeFi), has announced its expansion in the GCC and MENA region with the registration of DEFI DMCC with offices in...
Oman leading hydrogen liquefaction for a decarbonised future
Oman Observer
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June 24, 2025
As global energy systems shift toward decarbonisation, hydrogen has emerged as a central pillar of clean energy strategies. While production technologies have advanced significantly, the success of large-scale hydrogen economies now depends on the...
Tunisia, Sultanate of Oman agree on joint action plan to strengthen cooperation in various fields
Zawya
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Tunis - Tunisia and the Sultanate of Oman have agreed on a joint action plan to strengthen cooperation in various fields. This agreement stems from the Tunisia-Oman Joint Commission, held a year and a half ago in Muscat, the outcome of which is...
Oman: 2nd Taqah Agricultural Forum to promote food security and rural development
Zawya
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TAQAH: The Wilayat of Taqah in Dhofar Governorate hosted the second edition of the Agricultural Forum on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, bringing together farmers, agricultural experts, government officials, and private sector partners to promote...
Oxford Business Group And Oman Investment Authority Highlight Sultanate's Economic Transformation In New Advisory Report
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN- PR Newswire) Strategic investment in focus as Oman accelerates diversification MUSCAT, Oman, July 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Oman's efforts to accelerate economic diversification through targeted investment in high-impact sectors are...
Maritime activity restricted off Oman’s Al Wusta coast for rocket launch
The Arabian Stories
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July 3, 2025
MUSCAT : The launch is being carried out by the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology in cooperation with Stellar Kinetics. The test launch, scheduled to take place in the Al Kahl area of the Wilayat of Al Jazir and the...
Omani Publications Corner inaugurated at Chechen State Pedagogical University
Times of Oman
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Moscow: A dedicated "Omani Publications Corner" was inaugurated on Tuesday at the Chechen State Pedagogical University, marking a milestone in the cultural cooperation between the National Museum of Oman and the university. This initiative...
Oman Data Park signs strategic agreement with Rihal
Zawya
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Oman Data Park (OPD) has joined hands with Rihal (Data Migration and Services) for the launch of its groundbreaking digital platform named 'Daily Millionaire.' Announcing the launch, OPD said this platform represents a transformative concept in...