Explosions at Oman’s Salalah port: Iran drones hit fuel storage oil tanks? Tehran denies role as war with US-Israel engulfs Middle East

[ad_1] Iranian Drones Hit Fuel Tanks at Oman’s Salalah Port, Massive Fires Erupt, Tehran Denies Role The widening conflict between Iran, the United States and Israel has now reached one of the Gulf’s most strategically important maritime hubs. On March 11, 2026, multiple drones struck fuel storage tanks at the Port of Salalah in Oman, […]

Oman’s bold new expat permit pricing explained: Tiered fee system, hikes and discounts to push Omanisation goals

[ad_1] Oman’s New Tiered Expat Work Permit Fees: Incentives for Omanisation Compliance The Sultanate of Oman is shaking up how companies hire foreign workers by introducing a tiered fee structure for expatriate work permits that directly ties costs to compliance with national employment targets known as Omanisation. The move, announced this week by the Ministry […]

Dolphins just 2.5 hours from Dubai? Oman’s ‘Norway of Arabia’, Khasab, steals UAE’s weekend getaway crown

[ad_1] Dolphins, Fjords and Turquoise Waters: Why Khasab Is the Middle East’s Quiet Travel Obsession If you are in the UAE and craving a break from the city buzz but don’t want to hop on a long flight, there is a serene, breathtaking corner of the Arabian Peninsula that is quietly becoming one of the […]

Oman’s new auto insurance rules: Insurers to pay drivers for delayed car repairs

[ad_1] Car Repairs Delayed? Oman Now Forces Insurers to Pay You Cash for Every Extra Day In a significant shake-up of Oman’s motor insurance landscape, the Financial Services Authority (FSA) has introduced sweeping reforms that now mandate compensation from insurers if car repairs aren’t completed on time, a first in the Gulf region and a […]

Oman’s new labour ban on expats in 200+ professions: What it means for workers, tourists

[ad_1] Oman Labour Law Changes: Expat Job Ban in 200+ Professions Oman has embarked on a transformative overhaul of its labour market, unveiling a sweeping policy that prohibits expatriates from working in more than 200 professions, including roles traditionally held by foreign workers in sectors from hospitality to management. Announced in January 2026 by the […]

Oman’s Labour Ministry denies claims of compulsory retirement after 30 years | World News

[ad_1] Oman dismisses viral claims on 30-year retirement rule / AI-generated illustration As social media posts sparked confusion over a supposed “30-year service rule,” Oman’s Ministry of Labour, on October 27, 2025, has issued an official clarification, reaffirming that the country’s labour policy remains unchanged and that retirement decisions continue under existing regulations. Oman’s Ministry […]

Oman’s Golden Visa: Unlock new investment opportunities in real estate, companies, bonds, and job creation | World News

[ad_1] Oman’s Golden Visa grants long-term residency through investments in real estate, businesses, bonds, or job creation, promoting economic growth/Representative Image Oman’s newly launched Golden Visa program offers a groundbreaking opportunity for investors to gain long-term residency while fueling the country’s economic diversification. With multiple investment pathways and clear eligibility criteria, Oman has designed a […]

Oman’s hotel revenues rose 18% in the first six months of 2025, with tourist arrivals reaching 1.14 million | World News

[ad_1] Oman’s hospitality sector experienced robust growth in the first half of 2025/Representative Image Oman’s hospitality sector experienced robust growth in the first half of 2025, with hotel revenues rising by 18% coinciding with a 1.14 million increase in tourist arrivals. The surge reflects the country’s growing appeal as a travel destination and effective tourism […]

Early morning earthquake hits Oman’s Madha region near UAE border amid recent tremors | World News

[ad_1] The 2.2-magnitude earthquake hit Oman’s Madha region near the UAE border at 5:13am, occurring 5km underground with no reported damage A low-magnitude earthquake struck the Omani exclave of Madha early Thursday morning, part of a recent string of minor seismic events recorded across the region. Though the tremor was not felt by residents and […]

Oman’s ports see strong growth in ship traffic and cargo handling in first half of 2025 | World News

[ad_1] Oman’s ports handled 2.42 million TEUs, 70.1 million tonnes of cargo, and welcomed 6,586 ships in H1 2025/Representative Image Oman’s ports recorded a robust performance in the first half of 2025, driven by increases in ship arrivals, container throughput, cargo volume, and vehicle and livestock imports. Backed by strategic infrastructure initiatives from the Ministry […]