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Oman Sets National Day Holiday for November 25-26, 2026

Oman's Ministry of Labour has announced that the country will observe its National Day holiday on Wednesday, November 25, and Thursday, November 26, in 2026. This announcement allows citizens and residents to enjoy an extended break as these dates align with the weekend, providing a four-day period of rest and celebration. The advance notice of the holiday schedule is intended to aid both public and...

Oman and Germany Enhance Maritime Security Cooperation During Bilateral Talks

Oman's Secretary General of the Ministry of Defence, Mohammed Nasser Al Zaabi, engaged in discussions with German Foreign Office State Secretary Dr. Géza Andreas von Geyr and his delegation on Thursday at Al Murtafa'a Camp. The central focus of their meeting was to enhance bilateral relations between Oman and Germany, emphasizing cooperation on maritime security. During their discussions, both parties reviewed the current state of...

Oman, Norway Strengthen Relations and Tackle Security Issues in Manila Talks

During the ASEAN ministerial meeting in Manila, which commemorated the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation, a significant diplomatic dialogue took...

Oman Pledges Strong Support for Maritime Security at ASEAN Summit

Oman has reiterated its dedication to ensuring maritime security and promoting freedom of navigation, strengthening ties with Southeast Asian nations. This commitment was emphasized...

Qatar’s Justice Minister Strengthens Judicial Ties with UAE, Kuwait Ambassadors

On Thursday, Qatar's Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs, HE Ibrahim bin Ali bin Issa Al Hassan Al Mohannadi, engaged...

Bahrain, Saudi Arabia Strengthen Security Ties in High-Level Meeting

During the seventh meeting of the Security Committee Working Group under the Saudi-Bahraini Coordination Council, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain have reiterated their dedication to...

UK and Oman Address Maritime Security and Regional Conflict in Manila Meeting

In a meeting held in Manila, Oman's Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi and UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband engaged in discussions...

EU Sets Up Diplomatic Mission in Muscat Following Agreement with Oman

Oman and the European Union have taken a significant step in enhancing their bilateral relationship by signing an agreement to establish a formal EU...

Oman’s Sultan Celebrates Andy Burnham’s Appointment as UK Prime Minister

Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman has extended his congratulations to Andy Burnham on his recent appointment as the Prime Minister of the United...

Iraq’s Prime Minister Bolsters US Relations Amid Unclear Long-Term Effects

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi recently wrapped up a significant visit to Washington, where he successfully negotiated economic agreements aimed at enhancing the...

Jamaat-e-Islami Leader Offers Condolences for Qatar’s Father Amir’s Death

Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rahman, the leader of Jamaat-e-Islami in Pakistan, has conveyed his heartfelt condolences to Qatar's Amir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, following the...

UAE Criticizes Iran for Strikes on Jordan and Gulf Nations.

The United Arab Emirates has issued a strong condemnation of recent Iranian attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, and Jordan, labeling them as a significant...

Leaders of UAE and Oman Address Regional Security During Iran Dispute

In light of the mounting tensions in the Middle East, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan engaged in a phone call with...

Jordan Criticizes Iran for Attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait

In a forceful denunciation, Jordan has criticized recent Iranian assaults on Bahrain and Kuwait, labeling them as breaches of sovereignty and threats to the...