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Oman’s Sur Industrial City attracts chemical industry project worth over RO 9.6 million
The Arabian Stories
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July 8, 2025
MUSCAT – The new facility will be constructed on a 20,000-square-meter plot, with a total investment exceeding RO 9.6 million (approximately USD 25 million). This project is a value-added project that will enhance the growth of the chemical and...
Oman: New subsea cable enhances regional digital connectivity
Zawya
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MUSCAT: Omantel, Oman’s leading provider of integrated telecommunications services, and du, the prominent UAE-based telecom and digital services provider, have officially announced the activation of the Oman Emirates Gateway (OEG) — a...
Why more young Omanis turn to creative careers
Oman Observer
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July 9, 2025
In Oman, jobs in government, engineering, or medicine were seen not only as stable but also as respectable — the roles families encouraged with pride. But today, more young Omanis are redefining what success looks like. A new generation is...
Oxy Oman reveals 10 new hydrocarbon finds in 2024
Oman Observer
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July 9, 2025
MUSCAT: Oxy Oman, a wholly owned subsidiary of the US-based independent oil and gas firm Occidental, announced a haul of 10 new oil and gas discoveries across its expansive portfolio of eight upstream hydrocarbon concessions in the Sultanate of...
Du, Omantel Activate Oman-UAE Subsea Cable
Submarine Telecoms Forum
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July 9, 2025
By John Tanner, Developing Telecoms July 9, 2025 Omantel and UAE-based du and announced on Tuesday that they have activated the Oman Emirates Gateway (OEG), a 275-km fibre-optic subsea cable system that will boost connectivity between the UAE and...
Mango crop development research enhances food security
Oman Observer
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July 9, 2025
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,...
Bulgarian, Omani Economy Ministers Discuss Intensifying Cooperation in Trade and Investment
Bulgarian News Agency
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Minister of Economy and Industry Petar Dilov held a meeting with Dr. Said Mohammed Al-Saqri, Minister of Economy of the Sultanate of Oman, who is on an official visit to Bulgaria, the press centre of the line ministry said on Wednesday. The two...
Local medicines: A boost for ‘Made in Oman’ campaign
Oman Observer
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July 9, 2025
Muscat: In a significant leap for Oman’s pharmaceutical industry, Philex Pharmaceuticals Factory in Salalah has successfully reached its full production capacity, now manufacturing over 100 registered medical products across various therapeutic...
AL HASHAR LAUNCHES THE PEUGEOT ALL-NEW 3008 IN OMAN
Muscat Daily
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July 9, 2025
PEUGEOT Oman has launched the All-New 3008, a modern Fastback SUV that truly sets new standards in sophistication, performance and technology. PEUGEOT has transformed the 3008, taking the creativity of its design and driving pleasure to a whole...
Omantel, du announce activation of Oman-UAE submarine cable
Muscat Daily
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July 7, 2025
Muscat – Omantel, the leading provider of integrated telecommunication services in the sultanate and a regional leading telecom and technology provider in the Middle East, has announced the activation of a fibre optic submarine cable system to...
Oman ranked 4th among developing economies in digital FDI
Muscat Daily
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July 7, 2025
Muscat – Oman ranked fourth globally among developing economies in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) for greenfield projects in information and communications technology infrastructure between 2020 and 2024, according to the World...
Google Pay goes live in Oman, expanding digital payment options for Android users
The Arabian Stories
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July 9, 2025
MUSCAT : The rollout follows a similar launch in Lebanon, expanding Google’s presence in the Middle East mobile payments space. The tech giant confirmed that Google Pay allows individuals to conduct secure purchases wherever contactless payments...
Scientific study enhancing global presence
Oman Observer
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July 7, 2025
MUSCAT: An Omani researcher has participated in a peer-reviewed international study published on the European Geosciences Union (EGU) platform, in collaboration with three leading European universities: Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Utrecht...
UAE’s Q2 job growth outpaces Saudi Arabia driven by tech and property hiring
The National News
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Job growth in the UAE in the second quarter outpaced Saudi Arabia, driven by strong demand in real estate, financial services and technology sectors, the introduction of a digital work permit system and high employer confidence, a report by...
UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Science and Technology MCQs on buck moon, Goldilocks Zone and more (Week 118)
The Indian Express
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July 9, 2025
UPSC Essentials brings to you its initiative of subject-wise quizzes. These quizzes are designed to help you revise some of the most important topics from the static part of the syllabus. Attempt today’s subject quiz on Science and Technology to...
Diverse Omani environment is a source of inspiration for artists
Times of Oman
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Muscat: The Omani environment and topography represent the first incubator of fine arts and visual expression of thoughts and feelings, on which the artists rely for conveying their messages or stories to the public. Artist Fahd bin Salim Al...
Omani Rial to Pakistani rupee rate; July 07, 2025
ARY News
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July 7, 2025
The Omani Rial (OMR) is currently trading at a rate of Rs 748.9 against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) in the open market as of Monday, July 07, 2025. The recorded buying and selling rates for the OMR are Rs 739.9 and Rs 748.9, respectively. These...
First energy transition fund worth $200 million launched in Oman
Oman Observer
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July 9, 2025
The Oman Investment Authority (OIA) on Wednesday announced the launch of the first investment fund specializing in energy transition in the Sultanate of Oman, in partnership between the Oman Future Fund and the Chinese company Templewater. The...
Google Pay - a contactless payment option for Oman's Android users
Oman Observer
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July 9, 2025
Muscat: Google recently announced the start of Google Pay or Google Wallet in two new countries, Lebanon and Oman, which can be used via Android phone devices. While making an announcement, the company said Google Pay allows people to pay and make...
Omani researcher contributes to international study on ancient marine life
Times of Oman
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Muscat: An Omani researcher participated in an international peer-reviewed study published on the European specialised EGU platform, in collaboration with three prominent European universities: Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Utrecht University, and...