HH Sayyid Bilarab graces launch of Greater Muscat Structure plan
MUSCAT — At the behest of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, HH Sayyid Bilarab bin Haitham Al Said, Minister of State and Governor of Muscat, graced today the launch ceremony of the Greater Muscat Structure Plan. The event took place at the Experience and Sales Centre in Sultan Haitham City, located in the Wilayat of A’Seeb, Muscat Governorate. During the launch ceremony, HH Sayyid Bilarab was briefed on the components of the "Greater Muscat" plan, which proceeds with a future vision aimed...
Registration opens for Media Excellence Competition 2026
MUSCAT — The Ministry of Information has affirmed that the Media Excellence Competition serves to enhance creative capabilities within the media sector and reinforces the role of national media as an active partner in achieving Oman Vision 2040. The Ministry began today accepting applications for participation in the competition. The submission period continues until May 31. Ibrahim bin Salim Al Salmi, spokesperson for the Ministry of Information, stated in a press remark that the competition...
Oman wins gold medals at international photography competition in Russia
MOSCOW — Omani youth achieved a remarkable presence at the 5th International Youth Photography Competition held in Russia, affirming their artistic excellence and ability to compete in global forums through visual works that reflected the cultural and human identity of the Sultanate of Oman. This achievement was supported by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth, represented by the Oman Society for Arts. Photographer Arwa Mahmoud Al Jabri secured the gold medal for an artistic work...
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