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Oman Tech

Oman launches AI Special Zone in Muscat under new royal decree

Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has issued Royal Decree No. (50/2026) establishing an Artificial Intelligence Special Zone in Muscat, marking a strategic step to accelerate the country’s digital transformation and innovation agenda. According to the decree, the Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones will oversee the appointment of an entity responsible for
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Oman Announces Eid Al Fitr Holiday from March 19 to 23

Oman has officially announced the Eid Al Fitr holiday for employees in both the public and private sectors, with the break scheduled from March 19 to March 23, 2026, according to an official government announcement. Authorities confirmed that work will resume on March 24, following the conclusion of the five-day holiday period across the Sultanate. […]
News Oman

Oman Accelerates Human Capital Transformation: Digital Talent Ecosystem Dialogue 2025 to Advance the Nation’s Future of Work Agenda

Nishitha Rachel
Muscat, Oman – November 9, 2025 – As Oman deepens its investment in building a resilient, future-ready workforce, the Sultanate is witnessing a fundamental shift in how organizations design, develop, and deploy human capital. From AI capability-building programs led by the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology to nationwide talent management
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Automotive Business Oman

Exeed drives into the Oman automotive market with Al Mana Holding as exclusive distributor

Arnold Pinto
4th GCC market for the Chinese automaker Al Mana Holding, a prominent Qatari conglomerate with a diverse portfolio spanning automotive, retail, real estate, and entertainment, has been appointed as the exclusive distributor of Exeed vehicles in the Sultanate of Oman. A strategic partnership in this regard was formalised during an official signing ceremony held at […]
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Gulf Foods International launches in Oman on May 1, 2025

With Noor Arabian brand Gulf Foods International, an FMCG startup from Kerala, India, is set to officially launch in the Omani food products market on May 1, 2025. Registered on December 23, 2024, the company seeks to position itself as a global food supply brand by providing high-quality food products at competitive prices, prioritising customer […]
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Do you know the customs and traditions of Eid Al Fitr around the world?

Including the GCC nations Eid Al Fitr, the festive celebration marking the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, is enthusiastically observed by Muslims worldwide. The day culminates in fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. While the essential elements of Eid remain consistent—such as special prayers, feasts, and charitable giving—each country and region
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Business Oman

Oman levies 15% tax on multinationals

Effective January 1, 2025 Oman—the oldest independent state in the Arab world—introduced a minimum top-up tax (DMTT) of 15% on multinational companies effective January 1, 2025, following a royal decree issued by Sultan Haitham bin Tariq. The tax applies to multinationals with consolidated annual revenue exceeding $779.2 million. However, after a recent meeting of its […]
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Oman Space

Oman launches an AI-enhanced satellite

Arnold Pinto
Marking a new era in space exploration Oman has officially entered the space race by launching its first AI-powered satellite, OL-1. CAS Space, a Chinese spaceflight company, launched the satellite from the Gobi Desert on November 18, 2024. It is equipped with advanced remote sensing and Earth observation technologies, all enhanced by artificial intelligence (AI). […]
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Oman Tech

Equinix launches carrier-neutral data centre in Salalah, Oman

Arnold Pinto
In partnership with Omantel Equinix, the largest global data centre and colocation provider for enterprise networks and cloud computing, has launched SN1, its new state-of-the-art data carrier-neutral centre, in Salalah, Oman. Salalah is a coastal city strategically positioned at the crossroads of Asia, Europe, Africa, and Australia. The new facility, built in cooperation
Ownership
Automotive Oman

EV ownership surges 300% in Oman in one year

Arnold Pinto
The Sultanate of Oman has recorded an unprecedented 300% rise in electric vehicle (EV) ownership in 2024, with registered EVs climbing from 550 in 2023 to 1,500 this year. Khamis bin Mohammed Al Shamakhi, Undersecretary of Oman’s Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology for Transport, announced this significant milestone during the Second Green
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How GCC residents can apply for e-visa for 6 GCC countries

Complete guide to follow The six Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries—Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE)—offer GCC-based residents a unified tourist visa/permit to streamline visa processes and enhance regional travel. This is a comprehensive guide for GCC-based residents to navigate the e-visa processes for all six GCC
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6 Of The Best Places To Visit In Musandam

Oman’s ‘Norway Of Arabia’ Tucked away in the northernmost tip of the Arabian Peninsula, amidst the dazzling deep blue waters of the Strait of Hormuz, lies Musandam, a pristine cape in the Sultanate of Oman that offers visitors various natural and cultural attractions. Aptly nicknamed the “Norway of Arabia” for its striking landscapes, this rugged […]