Welcome to the era of me-first energy
The months-long closure of the Strait of Hormuz is reinforcing an expensive geopolitical lesson about how risky it can be to rely on imported energy.From South America to Southeast…
Investment court boosts investor confidence
MUSCAT, JUNE 8The establishment of a specialised Investment and Trade Court is among the most significant measures undertaken by the Sultanate of Oman to strengthen its investment…
Oman oil price climbs to $93.38per barrel
MUSCAT: The official price of Oman crude oil for August delivery rose by $2.49 on Monday to reach $93.38 per barrel, compared with $90.89 recorded at the close of trading last Frid…
Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement: Why India is betting on Oman
MUSCAT, JUNE 8As the Oman–India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) enters its first week of implementation, an interesting trend is emerging across Indian policy a…
OCCI and the value of membership
For many small businesses, chamber membership can feel less like a source of value and more like an annual obligation. That perception should concern the Oman Chamber of Commerce a…
Investors invited to prequalify for RO membrane manufacturing project
MUSCAT, JUNE 8Nama Water Services has invited interested investors to pre-qualify to participate in a competitive process leading to the award of a mandate for the establishment of…
Opec+ decision adjusts Oman’s oil output ceiling
MUSCAT, JUNE 8Oman will see its crude oil production increased by 5,000 barrels per day (bpd) in July 2026 under the latest output adjustment agreed by Opec+, lifting the Sultanate…
Digital payments symposium highlights efficiency and security
MUSCAT: A symposium on digital payments held in Oman highlighted the importance of enhancing the efficiency and speed of electronic transactions, expanding the availability of digi…
Be careful; it’s not from ROP. It’s a phish!
Yesterday, while browsing websites online, a pop-up window suddenly appeared on my screen. At first glance, it looked official. It displayed the logo of the Royal Oman Police (ROP)…
Oman-Kazakhstan: A new era built on partnership
Every so often two countries look across a map and recognise in each other not a rival but a missing half. When Oman and Kazakhstan signed a framework agreement in Astana this spri…