In 2023, debit playing cards solidified their function because the dominant price method in Oman, accounting for an outstanding 93% of all newly issued playing cards, in keeping with the cutting-edge National Payments System Annual Report by using the Central Bank of Oman (CBO). With a total of 1,328,694 cards issued throughout various classes, debit…
Kuwait has taken a sizeable breakthrough in its assignment to bolster its virtual infrastructure with the signing of a landmark land leasing settlement among the Communication and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA) and worldwide technology giant, Google. The deal, which became signed on Wednesday, marks a pivotal moment in Kuwait’s virtual transformation adventure, as it…
In a massive leap forward for Oman’s defense skills, the Royal Army of Oman (RAO) officially inaugurated “Al Hashman Camp,” a brand new facility for the Border Guards Brigade, under the auspices of Major General Mattar Salim Al Balushi, the Commander of the RAO. The starting ceremony marks a key milestone in the ongoing modernization…
On Tuesday, a effective earthquake struck the Pacific kingdom of Vanuatu, inflicting great destruction, mainly in the capital town of Port Vila. The 7.3 magnitude earthquake, which came about at 12:47 pm local time, was followed by 5.5-magnitude aftershock and several smaller tremors. The quake, with its epicenter located approximately 30 kilometers off the coast…
Intense diplomatic efforts in Cairo are making progress towards a capacity ceasefire agreement in Gaza, following over a year of brutal battle among Israel and Hamas. As of Tuesday, assets close to the negotiations indicated that a deal may be signed within days, raising hopes that hostages held via Hamas could quickly be freed. This…
Oman’s Foreign Ministry held its annual assembly with ambassadors from the European Union (EU), the UK (UK), and Switzerland on Tuesday. Chaired through Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the assembly focused on fortifying strategic partnerships and enhancing cooperation in approaches that promote mutual pursuits and sustainable improvement. The dialogue addressed…
Oman’s Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion currently held a great meeting to review and speak the ongoing development of the National Program for Private Sector and Foreign Trade Development, known as “Nazdaher.” The meeting, chaired via Khalid Hilal Al Maawali, Chairman of the Shura Council, and attended with the aid of various stakeholders,…
Kuwait is experiencing an surprisingly bloodless weather pattern, with temperatures dropping sharply across the country, specifically in desolate tract and agricultural areas. According to the Kuwait Meteorological Department, many regions are expected to see minimal temperatures dip below 3°C, with some regions experiencing frost. This dramatic drop in temperatures will arise most significantly between 3…
The Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) released the 3rd version of its Commercial Franchise Programme today, aiming to in addition develop Omani agencies and put together them for the benefits of the economic franchise version. The launch event happened underneath the auspices of HH Sayyid Dr. Kamil bin Fahd bin Mahmoud Al Said,…
The ongoing war between Israel and Palestinian businesses in Gaza has persisted to amplify, with the dying toll within the area hiking to over 45,000 since the struggle started out extra than 14 months ago. According to the Gaza Health Ministry, at least 45,028 human beings were killed, with the bulk of casualties being civilians….
