Muscat – Global Soft Power Index 2024 has ranked Oman 49th, three places down from 2023 … from over 170,000 people across more than 100 markets by UK-based Brand Finance – an independent brand …
Oman Takes The Lead in Green Hydrogen
Hydrogen produced with renewable power had a significant breakthrough this month, with the signing of an offtake agreement between a European buyer and an Indian producer in Oman.
US Imposes New Sanctions on Iran’s Military Procurement Networks
Measures target entities in Iran, Turkey, Oman and Germany that support Tehran’s ballistic missile, nuclear and defense programs …
Oman issues Government Treasury Bills worth RO 70 million this week
The Central Bank of Oman (CBO) has announced that the total issuance of Government Treasury Bills amounted to RO 70 million this week. According to the Oman News Agency (ONA), the value of the …
SalamAir strengthens presence in Iraq
Muscat: SalamAir recently opened its new office in Baghdad.Hamed Ahmed Eidroos, Ambassador of Oman in Iraq, attended the event and highlighted …
Iran reportedly pushed US to broker Gaza ceasefire during secret talks in Oman
NYT reports that US in turn asked for Tehran to halt attacks by its proxies in Yemen, Iraq and Syria, which Iranian officials claim they can’t do unless fighting ends in Gaza The post Iran reportedly …
Iran and U.S. Held Secret Talks on Proxy Attacks and Cease-Fire
Diplomats gathered in Oman in January, with the U.S. side seeking to stop attacks on Red Sea shipping and American bases, and Iran looking for a Gaza cease-fire.
China, Iran and Russia begin joint naval drill in Gulf of Oman
Footage aired on Chinese state television showed the Chinese, Iranian and Russian navies conducting a joint exercise in the Gulf of Oman, near the mouth of the Persian Gulf.
US Engages in ‘Secret Talks’ with Iran Amid Red Sea Attacks: Reports
According to reports, the United States has held a secret meeting with Iran. The Oman-brokered talks were carried out to curb attacks by Yemen’s Houthi militants in the Red Sea. The report further …
Oman’s Islamic finance industry poised for growth
The Islamic finance industry in the Sultanate of Oman has shown remarkable growth and resilience throughout 2023, setting a solid foundation for further expansion in the year ahead. As outlined in the …