MUSCAT: Oman Air has increased its flight frequencies to key destinations during the summer season due to rising demand. Starting from June 3, 2024, the airline will increase flights to Calicut from 7 to 11 per week. Phuket flights will be increased from four to seven per week from June 17. Flights to Bangkok will be increased from 12 to 14 per week from July 1, and Dar es Salaam-Zanzibar flights will be increased from three to six weekly. Meanwhile, Milan flights will be increased from three to four per week starting July 7, and Kuala Lumpur flights will increase from four to five per week fr ..read more

Muscat: His Excellency Sheikh Ghosn bin Hilal Al-Alawi, leading Oman’s delegation at the conference, reaffirmed the nation’s unwavering support for the Palestinian people. He emphasized Oman’s dedication to seeking justice, peace, and stability in the region, condemning violence against innocent civilians and advocating for a just and lasting resolution to restore comprehensive peace. Highlighting Oman’s role in fostering Arab cooperation, His Excellency Sheikh Ghosn emphasized the importance of sharing experiences among Arab countries. He stressed the impact of such collaboration on achieving ..read more

Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman will be the guest of honour at the 33rd edition of Doha International Book Fair due to be held from 9 to 18 May 2024. Oman will be represented by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth, the Ministry of Information, the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, the Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs, Sultan Qaboos University, civil society institutions (including the “Omani Society for Writers and Literati” and “Memory of Oman National Cultural Centre”). The book fair, themed “Knowledge builds civizations”, will showcase more than 180,000 titles to be exhibite ..read more

Oman Environmental Services Holding Company (be’ah) announced today the launching of the 2nd edition of Eco-Innovate Oman (EiO) programme to train and support entrepreneurs operating in the field of sustainability. This was announced during a press conference held at the headquarters of be’ah. EiO empowers Omani stratus to achieve their sustainability visions through a training programme that aims to gear entrepreneurs with skills and basic knowledge to succeed in the green circular economy. The post Second Edition of EiO programme launched by be’ah appeared first on The Arabian Stories News ..read more

Muscat – The proposal is aimed at calming the situation, stopping the bloodshed and mutual military operations, as well as the return of the displaced to their areas with the release of prisoners and detainees from both sides. His Excellency expressed his welcome and support for the agreement, as well as the Sultanate of Oman’s appreciation for the efforts made in this context by Egypt and Qatar in cooperation with the American administration. The head of the Hamas Political Bureau also extended his thanks and appreciation for the position of the Sultanate of Oman in support of the just Pale ..read more

Muscat: His Highness Sayyid Faisal bin Turki Al Said, Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has officially assumed the role of Oman’s Permanent Representative to the Digital Cooperation Organization. The Digital Cooperation Organization, established in November 2020, fosters digital prosperity on a global scale. Its core mission revolves around accelerating the comprehensive growth of the digital economy, with a particular emphasis on empowering youth, women, and entrepreneurs. The event took place during a reception held by His Excellency Dima bint Yahya Al Yahy ..read more

Muscat: Ramadan was a month of giving, and Talabat Oman launched a series of initiatives for its own riders to support and appreciate their hard work during the holy month. These initiatives were a testament to Talabat’s commitment to community engagement and social responsibility that are evident throughout the year.  Throughout the holy month, talabat Oman, in partnership with various vendors, provided over 2,000 free meals to riders in areas outside Muscat. This initiative was a gesture of solidarity, ensuring that those who deliver nourishment to others can also sustain themselves dur ..read more

Muscat – This announcement coincides with Oman’s participation in the Arabian Travel Market, the Middle East’s largest tourism exhibition, currently underway in Dubai. Dr. Walid El Hennawy, Assistant Secretary-General for Events and Media at the Arab Tourism Organization, expressed his optimism for Sur’s success in attracting tourists this year. He highlighted the city’s unique appeal, particularly its marine and environmental tourism offerings. He also emphasized the positive trajectory of Oman’s tourism sector, crediting it to the tireless efforts of stakeholders. He anticipates a significan ..read more

Muscat: Led by His Excellency Dr. Khamis bin Saif Al Jabri, Head of the Oman Vision 2040 Implementation Follow-up Unit, the meeting showcased the unit’s core competencies and methodologies deployed to monitor the vision’s execution, ensuring a comprehensive and effective approach. Among the highlights was unveiling the Entity Indicators Project, a collaborative initiative with government bodies to delineate roles in fulfilling “Oman Vision 2040” objectives. Noteworthy achievements include the approval of 55 goal cards and the successful development of governorate-specific cards, marking signif ..read more

MUSCAT: In order to attract more than one million visitors, Khareef Festival has been extended to three months for the first time, according to Dr Ahmed bin Mohsen Al-Ghassani, Chairman of Dhofar Municipality. Last year, the Khareef season saw an increase in visitors last season, with 962,000 visitors compared to 813,000 in 2022. Al-Ghassani this year’s activities would start early in conjunction with the astronomical beginning of the Khareef season on June 21 and will continue until the end of the Khareef season on September 20. “This will provide a three-month duration, double the period pre ..read more