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National Employment Programme launches self-employment platform
The National Employment Programme launched a self-employment platform yesterday in collaboration with AWJ Innovation and Occidental Oman.
The platform, Dot Next Gig (.Nxt Gig), will allow self-employed individuals to connect with potential clients and aid in facilitating transactions.
“Freelancing is one of the fastest growing employment paths in various countries of the world, as the Sultanate of Oman pays special attention to developing the self-employment system as one of the career paths t
The platform, Dot Next Gig (.Nxt Gig), will allow self-employed individuals to connect with potential clients and aid in facilitating transactions.
“Freelancing is one of the fastest growing employment paths in various countries of the world, as the Sultanate of Oman pays special attention to developing the self-employment system as one of the career paths t
Forum to discuss new National Human Resources Strategy
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Labour and the Oman Society for Human Resources Management (OSHRM) yesterday unveiled details of the upcoming HR Conference in Muscat.
The 6th edition of the summit, titled 'The New Era of Work', will take place from February 7 to 9, 2023 at the Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre.
The three-day conference will offer a variety of workshops and panel discussions related to the field of human resources.
“The conference aims to develop human resources, enhance human capit
The 6th edition of the summit, titled 'The New Era of Work', will take place from February 7 to 9, 2023 at the Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre.
The three-day conference will offer a variety of workshops and panel discussions related to the field of human resources.
“The conference aims to develop human resources, enhance human capit
Transom Handling, Labour Ministry launch ‘Maseer’ programme
Transom Handling, a subsidiary of Oman Airports, launched its training-for-employment (TFE) programme, 'Maseer', in collaboration with the Ministry of Labour yesterday under the auspices of Sayyid Salim bin Musallam al Busaidi, Under-Secretary of Human Resources.
“We are pleased today to partner with the Ministry of Labour to introduce the Maseer programme, which is in line with the company's vision to support and empower the youth of Oman to move towards their goals,” shared Transom Handling E
“We are pleased today to partner with the Ministry of Labour to introduce the Maseer programme, which is in line with the company's vision to support and empower the youth of Oman to move towards their goals,” shared Transom Handling E
ETCO activates plan in response to Aman satellite failure
A response plan has been activated after the failure of the launch of Oman’s first satellite, confirmed Oman’s Emerging Technology Company (ETCO).
Abdulaziz Jaafar, Chief Executive Officer of ETCO, shared the following, “We have already activated our recovery plan and along with our partners, SatRev and TUATARA we are looking for the next launch opportunity to continue Aman’s mission.”
In an earlier statement, the company shared that the mission was fully insured, citing the incident as a pote
Abdulaziz Jaafar, Chief Executive Officer of ETCO, shared the following, “We have already activated our recovery plan and along with our partners, SatRev and TUATARA we are looking for the next launch opportunity to continue Aman’s mission.”
In an earlier statement, the company shared that the mission was fully insured, citing the incident as a pote
Oman pledges space mission continuity following satellite launch setback
Oman’s first satellite 'Aman' failed to launch yesterday due to a technical issue. The cube satellite was scheduled to launch from spaceport Cornwall in the UK as part of a Virgin Orbit mission. According to the company, the launching rocket’s system experienced a malfunction during the firing of the rocket's second stage engine.
Chief Executive Officer of Virgin Orbit , Dan Hart , stated the following regarding the mission’s failure, "While we are very proud of the many things that we successf
Chief Executive Officer of Virgin Orbit , Dan Hart , stated the following regarding the mission’s failure, "While we are very proud of the many things that we successf
Oman plans space rocket launch station in Duqm
The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology announced an upcoming scientific space rocket launch platform in Duqm as part of its space sector executive programme.
The project is a collaboration between the Ministry, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning and National Space Services Company (NASCOM).
In a symposium titled Omani Space Sector: "Future Directions and Investment Opportunities, the Ministry signed a usufruct contract for the rocket launch project.
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The project is a collaboration between the Ministry, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning and National Space Services Company (NASCOM).
In a symposium titled Omani Space Sector: "Future Directions and Investment Opportunities, the Ministry signed a usufruct contract for the rocket launch project.
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Sweets of Oman starts liquidation process
Sweets of Oman SAOG, a publicly-listed confectionery, approved the dissolution and liquidation of the company.
The confectionery company released a statement sharing the approval of the liquidation process after an extraordinary general meeting was held on Thursday.
Earlier in November, the company cited its "deteriorating financial position" in a filing to the Capital Market Authority (CMA), as the reason behind the decision, claiming that it could not be adequately resolved within the timefr
The confectionery company released a statement sharing the approval of the liquidation process after an extraordinary general meeting was held on Thursday.
Earlier in November, the company cited its "deteriorating financial position" in a filing to the Capital Market Authority (CMA), as the reason behind the decision, claiming that it could not be adequately resolved within the timefr
MoL provided 35,000 jobs in 2022
The number of job-seekers for the first time crossed the 20,000 mark in the Sultanate of Oman. The number of employees who availed the job security benefit increased by about 3,000 in 2022, compared to 2021.
The Ministry of Labour (MoL) provided 35,000 jobs during 2022 in the public and private sectors and achieved over 100 percent of job occupancy in the target segments.
The ministry explained that the number of job-seekers till the end of October 2022 stood at more than 85,000.
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The Ministry of Labour (MoL) provided 35,000 jobs during 2022 in the public and private sectors and achieved over 100 percent of job occupancy in the target segments.
The ministry explained that the number of job-seekers till the end of October 2022 stood at more than 85,000.
The figures
Ministry of Finance unveils new initiatives to bolster Oman’s fiscal performance
The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has unveiled a wide set of projects to improve the fiscal performance of the Omani economy in 2023.
Most notable is the establishment of a wholly-state owned gas company, Integrated Gas Company (IGC), which will contribute to an estimated RO 1.400 billion to the 2023 budget revenues. The company, under the supervision of MoF, will improve the fiscal performance by removing gas purchase and transportation expenses from the State Budget, in addition to transferring n
Most notable is the establishment of a wholly-state owned gas company, Integrated Gas Company (IGC), which will contribute to an estimated RO 1.400 billion to the 2023 budget revenues. The company, under the supervision of MoF, will improve the fiscal performance by removing gas purchase and transportation expenses from the State Budget, in addition to transferring n
Public service ministries receive 38% of total budget outlay
MUSCAT: More than a third of public expenditure earmarked in the 2023 General Budget will go towards public service ministries, affirming the Omani government’s continued commitment to the welfare of the Omani population.
Overall social and basic services expenditures aggregate RO 4.3 billion this year, accounting for 38 per cent of total public expenditure as follows: 44 per cent for the education sector, 22 per cent for social security and care, 13 per cent for the housing sector, and 22 per
Overall social and basic services expenditures aggregate RO 4.3 billion this year, accounting for 38 per cent of total public expenditure as follows: 44 per cent for the education sector, 22 per cent for social security and care, 13 per cent for the housing sector, and 22 per
Ministry of Commerce regulates marketing, promotion of goods
The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion ( MoCIIP) recently issued Ministerial Decree No. 619/2022, a by-law that aims to regulate the marketing and promotion of goods and services through websites and social media platforms.
The Ministerial Decree stipulates that individuals must apply for a licence through the Ministry before promoting products or services on online websites and social media platforms with or without charge.
Licensees will have to adhere to a set of guidel
The Ministerial Decree stipulates that individuals must apply for a licence through the Ministry before promoting products or services on online websites and social media platforms with or without charge.
Licensees will have to adhere to a set of guidel
Oman, Saudi Arabia to boost economic ties
Oman and Saudi Arabia have decided to further strengthen trade relations and explore new areas of cooperation.
This came in a meeting between the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion (MoCIIP) with the Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Commerce in Muscat on Thursday.
The discussions between Qais bin Mohammed al Yousef, Minister of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion; and Dr Majid Abdullah al Qasabi, Saudi Minister of Commerce, Acting Minister of Media, explored methods of ov
This came in a meeting between the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion (MoCIIP) with the Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Commerce in Muscat on Thursday.
The discussions between Qais bin Mohammed al Yousef, Minister of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion; and Dr Majid Abdullah al Qasabi, Saudi Minister of Commerce, Acting Minister of Media, explored methods of ov
Manufacturing sector’s contribution to GDP climbs 9.1pc in 2021
The Ministry of Commerce, Industry & Investment Promotion announced the upcoming manufacturing and future industries laboratory in January of 2023.
The laboratory, organised in collaboration between The Ministry, the Industrial Innovation Academy and the Oman Vision 2040 Implementation Follow-up Unit will focus on solutions facing the manufacturing sector in the country.
Under-Secretary for Commerce & Industry at the Ministry of Commerce, Industry & Investment Promotion, Dr Saleh bin Said Masa
The laboratory, organised in collaboration between The Ministry, the Industrial Innovation Academy and the Oman Vision 2040 Implementation Follow-up Unit will focus on solutions facing the manufacturing sector in the country.
Under-Secretary for Commerce & Industry at the Ministry of Commerce, Industry & Investment Promotion, Dr Saleh bin Said Masa
New marine bunker terminal at Port of Duqm inaugurated
Oman Oil Marketing Company Marine ( OOMCO) inaugurated its Duqm maritime fuel station yesterday under the patronage of (SEZAD) Deputy Chairman Ahmed bin Hassan Al Dheeb.
“The launch of this new terminal in Duqm serves to fulfil the growing demand for high-quality marine fuel in the port of Duqm,” shared OOMCO Chairman, Hilal al Kharusi in his keynote speech at the inauguration ceremony.
“This integrated station will include tanks with a capacity of 30,000 cubic metres.In addition to providing
“The launch of this new terminal in Duqm serves to fulfil the growing demand for high-quality marine fuel in the port of Duqm,” shared OOMCO Chairman, Hilal al Kharusi in his keynote speech at the inauguration ceremony.
“This integrated station will include tanks with a capacity of 30,000 cubic metres.In addition to providing
Oman hosts Arab Administrative Sustainability Conference
The annual Arab Administrative Development conference commenced on Monday under the auspices of the Governor of Muscat, Sayyid Saud bin Hilal al Busaidi. The conference is a result of a collaboration between the Ministry of Labour and the Arab Administrative Development Organisation of the League of Arab States.
The two-day event will focus on sustainability in the administrative field.
The 21st edition of the conference is titled “sustainability of resources in light of climate change and way
The two-day event will focus on sustainability in the administrative field.
The 21st edition of the conference is titled “sustainability of resources in light of climate change and way
All girls team wins first place at Green Hydrogen Summit
An all girls team won first place at the student awards at the Green Hydrogen Summit in Muscat. The team took part in the Energy Future Leaders Programme, a global programme aimed at showcasing and supporting green energy projects. The winners were awarded by Minister of Energy and Minerals, Eng Salim al Aufi, and Oman LNG CEO Hamed al Naumani.
Rawan al Shezawi, Arwa al Farsi, Zuhoor al Rashdi and Reem al Abri presented their research paper entitled “Hydrogen Production from Sewage Treatment Pl
Rawan al Shezawi, Arwa al Farsi, Zuhoor al Rashdi and Reem al Abri presented their research paper entitled “Hydrogen Production from Sewage Treatment Pl
Oman targets industry, electricity, hydrocarbons, mobility and housing for decarbonisation
The Green Hydrogen Summit continues on its second day at the Oman Convention and Exhibitions Centre in Muscat. The conference, under the patronage of the Ministry of Energy and Minerals, aims to address the various aspects of the hydrogen value chain.
In his keynote speech, Minister of Energy and Minerals, Eng Salim al Aufi, shared a recap of last year's summit.
"Since we met last year in this very same place, there was of course the very historic announcement of the 2050 net zero by His Majes
In his keynote speech, Minister of Energy and Minerals, Eng Salim al Aufi, shared a recap of last year's summit.
"Since we met last year in this very same place, there was of course the very historic announcement of the 2050 net zero by His Majes
‘Celestial Bodies’ becomes first Omani novel to get Italian translation
Muscat – Author Jokha al Harthi celebrated the release of the Italian translation of her award-winning novel Celestial Bodies at Bait al Zubair on Monday evening. The event, organised by the Italian Embassy and Bait al Zubair, included a talk between Jokha and the book’s translator Giacomo Longhi.
“I was so happy when my book was translated into Italian. I am a big fan of Italian culture and Italian authors. I grew up reading Italian authors such as Alberto Moravia and Umberto Eco,” Jokha said.
“I was so happy when my book was translated into Italian. I am a big fan of Italian culture and Italian authors. I grew up reading Italian authors such as Alberto Moravia and Umberto Eco,” Jokha said.
OFA celebrates Omani women
Muscat – The Omani French Friendship Association (OFA) held the fourth edition of the ‘Inspirational Women of Oman’ series in celebration of Omani Women’s Day on Wednesday at Hormuz Grand Muscat.
The event included an awards ceremony in which two Omani women received awards from H E Veronique Aulagnon, French Ambassador to Oman, and Sulaiman al Harthy, Chairperson of OFA and CEO of Alizz Islamic Bank.
“We have to recognise the efforts and leadership of these women. It is not always an easy jou
The event included an awards ceremony in which two Omani women received awards from H E Veronique Aulagnon, French Ambassador to Oman, and Sulaiman al Harthy, Chairperson of OFA and CEO of Alizz Islamic Bank.
“We have to recognise the efforts and leadership of these women. It is not always an easy jou
ICAI Muscat holds Omani Women’s Day Awards ceremony
Muscat – The Muscat Chapter of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) held its first ever Omani Women’s Day Awards ceremony on Sunday at the College of Banking and Finance in Muscat.
The event was attended by chief guest Divya Narang, wife of the Indian Ambassador H E Amit Narang; and guest of honour Madiha Nasser al Sibani, Audit Director of the State Audit Institution.
The event, organised by the sub-committee for the empowerment of women members, honoured 14 Omani women draw
The event was attended by chief guest Divya Narang, wife of the Indian Ambassador H E Amit Narang; and guest of honour Madiha Nasser al Sibani, Audit Director of the State Audit Institution.
The event, organised by the sub-committee for the empowerment of women members, honoured 14 Omani women draw
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