Omani Passport Achieves Major Milestone in Global Mobility Index The Sultanate of Oman’s passport has achieved a significant surge in its global standing, advancing nine places in international mobility rankings. The milestone follows a nearly 20 percent increase in visa-free and visa-on-arrival destinations accessible to Omani citizens, reflecting the Sultanate’s…

Sohar International Honored at 14th Edition of Oman Forum 2026 Sohar International has been awarded the prestigious “Award for Advancing Investment & Economic Growth” at the 14th edition of the Oman Forum 2026. Held in the presence of H.E. Khalid bin Salim Al Ghammari, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Labour…

National Centre for Statistics and Information Issues Urgent Cybersecurity Alert The National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) in Oman has issued an urgent warning advising citizens and residents against sharing personal details, national identity information, or private data with unverified callers. The alert follows reports of fraudulent parties impersonating…

Oman Transport Ministry Announces Sohar Airport Expansion Strategy The Sultanate of Oman has officially announced plans to build a new passenger terminal at Sohar Airport as part of a strategic push to expand regional air connectivity. Transport Minister Eng. Said bin Hamoud Al Maawali stated that expanding Sohar Airport will…

Mohsin Automobiles Secures Strategic Partnership with Global EV Pioneer XPENG Mohsin Automobiles has officially been appointed as the authorised distributor for XPENG in the Sultanate of Oman, marking a landmark expansion for intelligent electric mobility across the nation. The partnership brings XPENG’s high-performance, technology-driven electric vehicles (EVs) to Omani consumers,…

Oman Leverages Strategic Resources to Build Low-Carbon Tech Hub The Sultanate of Oman is rapidly emerging as a primary contender to become a premier regional hub for low-carbon technologies and green industrial manufacturing. Supported by exceptional solar irradiation, world-class wind corridors, and strategic access to major global shipping lanes, the…

Student Strategy Proposes AI and Vehicle-to-Grid Integration for Oman’s EV Network A young Indian student from British School Muscat has highlighted a forward-looking strategy to optimize the Sultanate’s electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure as over 5,800 EVs hit Omani roads. The proposal demonstrates how combining artificial intelligence, unified national platforms such…

Sohar International Showcases Omani Culture at New York’s Rockefeller Center Sohar International has presented a landmark Omani Art Exhibition at the iconic Rockefeller Center in New York, creating a high-profile international platform to showcase the Sultanate’s rich cultural identity and contemporary creative expression. Held on September 18 and 21, 2026,…

Escalating Cyber Threats Target Children Across Digital Gaming and Messaging Ecosystems Children face growing risks from online grooming as predators increasingly exploit social media networks, instant messaging platforms, and interactive online games to identify and manipulation young users. Cyber safety experts and child protection advocates report that offenders utilize sophisticated…

Standard Chartered Projects Strong Economic Expansion Across Oman Standard Chartered has projected that Oman’s economy will grow by 3.5% in both 2026 and 2027, driven by robust non-oil economic activity and a positive contribution from hydrocarbon production. According to a recent assessment by the international banking institution, non-oil growth is…