Oman is set to unveil a new golden visa programme on August 31, 2025/Representative Image Oman is set to unveil a new golden visa programme for investors on August 31, 2025, aiming to attract global investments and accelerate the country’s digital transformation in commerce. This launch forms part of broader initiatives including support for high-performing […]
Oman will host 20 Asian teams in the first international Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Trophy from October 24–26, 2025/Image: Instagram Oman is set to make rugby history as it prepares to host the first-ever Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Trophy this October. With 20 national teams, both men’s and women’s, participating from across Asia, the three-day […]
Six Asian men were arrested for possessing 32kg of crystal meth and 23kg of marijuana/Image: File Oman’s Directorate General for Combating Drugs and Psychotropic Substances has arrested six individuals of Asian origin after seizing more than 55kg of illegal drugs comprising 32kg of crystal meth and 23kg of marijuana. The Royal Oman Police confirmed the […]
Muscat Municipality now enables electronic submission and payment for road infrastructure damages/Representative Image Authorities in Oman have launched a digitized system allowing drivers and vehicle owners to conveniently pay for damages caused to public road infrastructure after traffic accidents, all through a secure online portal. The initiative, which is part of a broader push for […]
The fifth edition of the Omani-Bahraini Products Exhibition in Salalah features a record 53 entrepreneurs showcasing traditional crafts and innovative SME products during Khareef/Image: Oman News Agency The fifth edition of the Omani-Bahraini Products Exhibition opened in Salalah, marking another vibrant chapter in the longstanding cultural and economic partnership between Oman and Bahrain. Taking place […]
Oman recorded 586 deaths and 1,936 injuries from 1,854 road accidents in 2024/Representative Image TL;DR: Oman recorded 586 deaths and 1,936 injuries from 1,854 road accidents in 2024, a 9% decline in crashes, yet the fatality count barely budged. Muscat, South and North Sharqiyah emerged as the most affected regions, accounting for the majority of […]
Notable increase of 5.5% in the total number of registered vehicles by the end of H1 2025/Representative Image TL;DR: Oman’s registered vehicles rose by 5.5% to 1.79 million by mid-2025. Private vehicles dominate at 79.3%, with white cars being the most popular colour (42.3%). Most vehicles have engine capacities between 1500cc and 3000cc, and over […]
Notable increase of 5.5% in the total number of registered vehicles by the end of H1 2025/Representative Image TL;DR: Oman’s registered vehicles rose by 5.5% to 1.79 million by mid-2025. Private vehicles dominate at 79.3%, with white cars being the most popular colour (42.3%). Most vehicles have engine capacities between 1500cc and 3000cc, and over […]
Oman’s cityscapes, especially in Muscat are renowned for their uniform white and light-hued buildings/Image: Shutterstock TL;DR: Oman’s building regulations mandate that exterior building colours must be white or light shades (like ivory or beige) to preserve the country’s traditional architectural aesthetic and cultural heritage. Any use of alternate or darker colours on building exteriors requires […]
Oman has expanded its list of professions prohibited for non-Omani workers/Representative Image TL;DR: Oman has expanded its list of professions prohibited for non-Omani workers, now including engineers, IT roles, quality control, and several technical and supervisory positions. The restrictions take effect immediately for many jobs and will be phased in for others between January 2025 […]
