When progress becomes a shared responsibility
Some gatherings leave you informed; others leave you inspired. The ‘Together Forward’ forum, presided over by HH Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Econ…
The invisible strength of social protection
Social protection is often reduced to a single question about how much money the government gives. Many people judge it by the size of a payment, while overlooking the wider system…
Interpol backroom warriors fight AI cyber criminals
From perfectly spelled phishing emails to fake videos of government officials, artificial intelligence is changing the game for Interpol’s cat-and-mouse fight against cybercrime at…
When past success blocks future growth
In leadership and institutional development, past success is often treated as an asset a mark of wisdom, maturity and proven strategy. Yet the same achievements that built a leader…
Indian Union Budget 2026: Highlights and insights
The Indian economy is characterised by strong, sustained growth, moderate inflation and improved macroeconomic stability, yet it stands at a global crossroads amidst trade wars and…
RO 1.5 billion projects pipeline announced
MUSCAT: The Projects, Tenders and Local Content Authority has unveiled a development pipeline exceeding RO 1.5 billion during the Government Projects Forum 2026 held at the Oman Co…
OFM moves to boost food subsidiary stake
MUSCAT: Oman Flour Mills Company SAOG (OFM) has taken a significant step to strengthen its position in Oman’s food manufacturing sector after announcing the signing of a share purc…
Boost for Oman’s offshore ambitions with Petronas Block 18 pact
MUSCAT: Last week’s landmark concession agreement between the Ministry of Energy and Minerals and Malaysian state-owned energy giant Petronas to explore hydrocarbons in Block 18 of…
Omani Industry Day showcases global competitiveness of local products
MUSCAT: With broad participation from the industrial and investment sectors, the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion celebrated Omani Industry Day yesterday, Fe…
Breaking the mould
Muscat’s contemporary art scene opens a new chapter this week with FORMA 2026: Beyond the End, a major sculpture exhibition that brings together abstract, organic forms and experim…