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Oman Hosts Workshop on Maritime Safety Muscat, 23 Oct (ONA) --- The Sultanate of Oman, represented by Oman National Hydrographic Office of the Royal Navy of Oman (RNO), hosts a workshop titled “Maritime Safety”. The event, which runs till 25 October 2023, sees the participation of several regional and international organizations. The workshop aims to activate joint cooperation among hydrographic offices regionally and internationally. It also underscores the importance of adhering to the requirements of the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) to achieve ...

Workshop Enlightens Society About AI Future, Impacts Muscat, 23 Oct (ONA) --- Acting in cooperation with the Muscat Governorate, the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology today organized a workshop on the future of artificial intelligence (AI) and its impacts on society. The workshop targeted employees of Muscat Governorate and other government departments, as well as members of the general public, students and jobseekers. The workshop was in pursuance of the Ministry’s efforts to spread awareness about AI and advanced technologies and the ...

Medical, Public Health Response Sector Gears Up for Cyclone Tej Muscat, 22 Oct (ONA) --- The Medical and Public Health Response Sector of the National Committee for Emergency Management (NCEM) held here today a meeting under the chairmanship of Dr. Said Harib Al Lamki, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health for Health Affairs, Head of the Medical and Public Health Response Sector. Al Lamki underscored the importance of this vital sector and underlined the significance of undertaking precautionary measures to handle health cases which require assistance, especially in the ...

8th Edition of Programme on Principles Guiding State Policy Begins Muscat, 22 Oct (ONA) --- Deliberations of the 8th edition of the programme on fundamental principles guiding state policy began at the Diplomatic Club of the Foreign Ministry here today. The 3-day programme is organized by the Ministry of Labour and aims at introducing senior management at the government units to the political decision-making mechanism of the Sultanate of Oman and the fundamental of this decision. The opening ceremony was held under the patronage of Sayyid Salim Mussalam Al Busaidi, ...

Meeting Reviews Media Coverage Preparations for Cyclone Tej Effects on Dhofar Muscat, 22 Oct (ONA) --- A meeting was held at the Ministry of Information today to review preparations of the Media and Public Awareness Sector of the National Committee for Emergency Management for media coverage of the tropical cyclone (Tej) and its effects on Dhofar Governorate. The meeting included a detailed explanation highlighting the developments related to the tropical cyclone (Tej) and its expected tracks during the coming hours. It also reviewed the media awareness plan and field ...

CAA Issues Warning (2) on Tropical Cyclone Tej Muscat, 22 Oct (ONA) --- The latest satellite images show advection of clouds and varied intensity rains began to affect parts of Dhofar Governorate during the last few hours as associating impacts of the Tropical Cyclone (Tej). According to the Warning (2) issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), weather charts analysis at the National Multi Hazard Early Warning Centre indicate that the Tropical Cyclone Category 3 (Tej) is cantered on latitude 12.9 °N and Longitude 54.7 °E. The centre of the cyclone is around 450 km away ...

Main Military Committee for Emergency Management Confirms Readiness to Deal with Cyclone “Tej” Muscat, 22 Oct (ONA) --- The Main Military Committee for Emergency Management of the Sultan’s Armed Forces (SAF) continues holding meetings to review preparations and the readiness to deal with the tropical cyclone “Tej”. The meetings are held under the chairmanship of Brigadier Hamid Abdullah Al Balushi, Assistant Chief of Staff for Operations and Planning, Chairman of the Main Military Committee for Emergency Management. The Sultan’s Armed Forces reiterated its ...

Oman Chairs Technical Committee Meeting of Arab Environment Ministers Muscat, 22 Oct (ONA) ---- The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Environment Authority, today chaired the 24th meeting of the technical committee in preparation for the Arab Environment Ministers Council’s 34th Meeting. The meeting discussed a set of topics of concern to the Arab environment action, international agreements and meetings related to the environment, the Arab action plan to deal with climate change issues, and the preparations for the Arab Forum for Sustainable Development and the ...

Oman, KSA Sign MoU in Nuclear and Radiation Safety Muscat, 22 Oct (ONA) --- The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Environment Authority, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), represented by the Nuclear and Radiological Regulatory Commission (NRRC), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in the field nuclear and radiation safety and protection. The MoU was signed by Dr. Abdullah Ali Al Amri, Chairman of the Environment Authority and Khalid Abdulaziz Al Issa, CEO of the NRRC. The MoU aims at enhancing joint cooperation between Oman and the KSA in the use of nuclear ...

Emergency Management Committee Reviews Efforts to Prepare for Tropical Cyclone Tej Muscat, 22 Oct (ONA) --- The National Committee for Emergency Management held a meeting here today under the chairmanship of Gen. Hassan Mohsin Al Shuraiqi, Inspector General of Police and Customs, Chairman of the Committee. The meeting reviewed the preparations undertaken to deal with the Tropical Cyclone “Tej”. The committee was also briefed by experts from the National Multi Hazard Early Warning Centre of the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) on numerical readings and possible effects ...

Interior Minister Meets Main Committee of Shura Council Elections Muscat, 22 Oct (ONA) ---- Sayyid Hamoud Faisal Al Busaidi, Minister of Interior today held a meeting with the Main Committee of Shura Council’s 10th Term Elections. During the meeting, Sayyid Hamoud commended the committee’s dedication to its mission and its role in coordinating with other committees. He underlined the readiness of the ministry, committees and working teams for the voting days. On his turn, Eng. Khalid Hilal Al Busaidi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior, Chairman of the Main ...

Foreign Minister, Iranian Counterpart Review Dire Condition in Gaza, Efforts to End AggressionMuscat, 22 Oct (ONA) --- Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister and Dr. Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran reviewed the dire condition in Gaza strip and the efforts exerted to stop the aggression of Israeli occupation military and security forces over Palestinian lands and its innocent people. This came during a phone call between the two ministers. The two ministers also underscored the importance of baking the ...

23-24 Oct Declared Official Holiday for Public, Private Workers in Dhofar, Al Jazir Muscat, 22 Oct (ONA) --- Due to the adverse climate conditions and in coordination with the National Committee for Emergency Management, 23-24 October 2023 are declared as an official holiday for employees of units of the State’s Administrative Apparatus and other legal entities and establishments of the private sector in the Governorate of Dhofar and the Wilayat of Al Jazir in Al Wusta Governorate. Employers may agree on terms to engage employees on the said holiday—if deemed necessary due ...

CAA Issues Warning (1) on Tropical Cyclone TejMuscat, 22 Oct (ONA) —- Latest satellite images and weather charts analysis at the National Multi Hazard Early Warning Center indicate the intensification of the tropical cyclone (Tej) to a category (3) cyclone. It is centered on Latitude 12.3 °N and Longitude 55.3 °E. The center of the cyclone is around 500 km away from the nearest coast of Oman.According to the warning (1) issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), wind speed around the center is estimated between 100 to 112 Knots, and the nearest rainy cloud mass is estimated to be 280 ...

On behalf of HM The Sultan, Sayyid Shihab Heads Oman’s Delegation at Cairo Summit for PeaceCairo, 21 Oct (ONA) —— On behalf of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs chaired the Sultanate of Oman’s delegation at Cairo Summit for Peace, which was held in the New Administrative Capital of Egypt today.HH Sayyid Shihab delivered a speech during which he conveyed the greetings of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to heads of delegations taking part in Cairo Summit for Peace, along with His Majesty the ...

HH Sayyid Shihab Arrives in CairoCairo, 21 Oct (ONA) —— HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs arrived in the Arab Republic of Egypt to head the Sultanate of Oman’s delegation at Cairo Peace Summit, due to be held in the New Administrative Capital later today.The summit will address the developments and future of the Palestinian cause and the peace process.HH Sayyid Shihab is accompanied by an official delegation comprisingSayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister, Dr. Said Mohammed Al Saqri, Minister of Economy and Abdullah Nassir Al Rahbi, ...

CAA Issues Weather Alert (2) on Tropical Condition over Arabian SeaMuscat, 20 Oct (ONA) —- The latest satellite images and analyses from the National Multi Hazard Early Warning Centre indicate the development of the weather condition over the Arabian Sea into a tropical storm. The storm will be officially named by the Regional Center responsible for observing the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal.The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) said that the system located south west of the Arabian sea, is located at approximately 10.0 degrees North latitude and 61.0 degrees East longitude. It is about 1012 ...

On Behalf of HM The Sultan, Sayyid Shihab to Head Oman’s Delegation at Cairo Peace SummitMuscat, 20 Oct (ONA) ——On behalf of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs will leave tomorrow Saturday for the Arab Republic of Egypt to head the Sultanate of Oman’s delegation at Cairo Peace Summit, due to be held in the New Administrative Capital tomorrow.The event will address the developments and future of the Palestinian cause and the peace process.HH Sayyid Shihab will be accompanied by an official delegation ...

HH Sayyid Shihab Meets Prime Minister of VietnamRiyadh, 20 Oct (ONA) —— HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs held a meeting on the sidelines of the GCC-ASEAN Summit today with Phạm Minh Chính, Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.The meeting reviewed relations between Oman and Vietnam, and means of promoting them in various areas.It was attended by members of the official delegation accompanying HH Sayyid Shihab and some Vietnamese officials.—— Ends/AH ...

On Behalf of HM The Sultan, Sayyid Shihab Heads Oman’s Delegation at GCC-ASEAN SummitRiyadh, 20 Oct (ONA) —— HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs chaired to the Sultanate of Oman’s delegation at the GCC-ASEAN Summit, which was held in the Saudi capital, Riyadh.The summit discussed the joint action plan 2024-2028 and means of enhancing cooperation between the two sides, particularly in the political, economic, security and cultural aspects, in addition to investment, tourism, agriculture, education and training.It aimed to raise cooperation ...

Hajj Pilgrims Registration Begins in OmanMuscat, 19 Oct (ONA) --- The Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs announced the start of registration of pilgrims wishing to perform Hajj rituals for the year 1445 AH. Citizens and residents in Oman can register through the electronic website (www.hajj.om) from 23 October to 5 November 2023.The Ministry pointed out that male and female pilgrims with visual or physical disability may have companions, who would be selected form among those previously registered in the electronic system.The ministry also accorded a hotline (80008008) for ...

Judicial Council Inspection Members Reviews Annual Plan 2023-2024Muscat, 19 Oct (ONA) --- The Supreme Judicial Council today held a meeting for members of judicial inspection to discuss the annual plan of action (2023/2024). The meeting was chaired by Sayyid Mohammed Sultan Al Busaidi, Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Judicial Council.The meeting looked into the proposals of judicial inspection members, measures to improve the functions of judicial inspection and ways to distribute work among the department’s units. ---Ends/Bishara/Anas ...

Deputy PM for Defence Affairs Heads to KSA Muscat, 19 Oct (ONA) --- On behalf of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs left here today for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) to head Oman’s delegation at the GCC-ASEAN Summit, due to be held in Riyadh tomorrow (Friday). HH Sayyid Shihab is accompanied by an official delegation comprising Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister, Dr. Said Mohammed Al Saqri, Minister of Economy and HH Sayyid Faisal Turki Al Said, Ambassador of Oman to the ...

Oman Participates in Conference of Islamic World Environment Ministers in Jeddah Jeddah, 19 Oct (ONA) ---- The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Environment Authority and Oman National Commission for Education, Culture and Science, took part at the 9th Conference of Environment Ministers in the Islamic World, hosted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The conference was themed “Towards Green Transformation in the Islamic World”. Oman’s delegation was headed during the event by Dr. Abdullah Ali Al Amri, Chairman of the Environment Authority. The conference ...

Private Health Establishment Seized Selling Unknown Cosmetic DrugsMuscat, 19 Oct (ONA) --- The Ministry of Health referred a private health institution to the Public Prosecution Department after the ministry seized samples of unknown cosmetic medical drugs being sold at the private establishment.The drugs, meant to be served by injection, were found to be of unknown origin, adulterated or imported contrary to the procedures set by the health ministry’s Directorate General of Pharmaceutical affairs and Drug Control.The samples were seized during an inspection campaign carried out by ...

Interior Minister Meets Chairman, Members of Shura Council Elections’ Supreme CommitteeMuscat, 19 Oct (ONA) --- Sayyid Hamoud Faisal Al Busaidi, Minister of Interior, held a meeting here today with the Chairman and members of the Shura Council’s 10th Term Elections’ Supreme Committee.During the meeting, Sayyid Hamoud commended the committee’s dedication to its mission as a supervisory and monitoring body. He wished the panel success during the forthcoming period of elections.For his part, Sheikh Al Mokhtar Abdullah Al Harthy, Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Court, Chairman of ...

Higher Education Admission Centre Announces Second Sorting Results for 2023/2024 Muscat, 6 Aug (ONA) --- The Higher Education Admission Center (HEAC) at the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation announced today the results of the second sorting for the academic year 2023/2024. As many as 2655 seats were offered to applicants for vacancies of the second sorting. Students may continue the registration process with higher education institutions starting from today till 24 October 2023. --- Ends/Anas ...

Civil Defence, Ambulance Authority Inks Agreement with Singapore’s COSEM Muscat, 19 Oct (ONA) --- The Authority for Civil Defence and Ambulance today signed a consultation and training agreement with COSEM Company, the consultative wing of Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF). The agreement aims to upgrade the ranking of the national team for search and rescue in accordance with the requirements of the United Nation’s (UN) International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG). Moreover, the agreement was signed by Brigadier Salim Yahya Al Hinai, Chairman of ...

More Than 753K Voters to Cast Ballots During Shura Council’s 10th Term ElectionsMuscat, 18 Oct (ONA) --- Omani voters abroad will begin casting their ballots Via “Intakhib” App on Sunday, 22 October, to elect members who will represent them during the Shura Council’s 10th Term. A week later, on 29 October, voters inside Oman will cast their ballots to pick up their desired candidates for the Council’s membership.The total number of registered voters via “Intakhib” app and the elections website (elections.om) stands at 753,690 men and women who will take part in the elections.The ...

Committee Tasked with Implementing Decisions Related to Joint GCC Action MeetsMuscat, 18 Oct (ONA) --- The Sultanate of Oman today chaired the 24th meeting of the ministerial committee tasked with implementing decisions related to joint Gulf action.The meeting, held via videoconferencing, was chaired by Sheikh Al Fadhl Mohammed Al Harthy, Secretary General of the Council of Ministers. It was attended by heads of delegations from GCC states.The committee discussed various topics related to means of enhancing the GCC march and achieving the aspirations of GCC leaders.Ends/Bishara/AH ...