Gulf

Muscat Hosts Regional Workshop on E-Commerce and Digital Economy Statistics

Muscat: A regional workshop focused on e-commerce and digital economy statistics began in Muscat, bringing together key stakeholders from across…

1 year ago

Saudi Arabia Sees Record Tourism Boom with 116 Million Visitors, SR284 Billion in Spending in 2024

Dubai: Saudi Arabia's tourism sector reached unprecedented heights in 2024, welcoming approximately 116 million domestic and international visitors, marking a…

1 year ago

Israel-Iran Conflict May Trigger Global Spike in Food, Fuel, and Living Costs

Dubai: As tensions intensify between Israel and Iran—now drawing direct involvement from the United States—economists warn that global consumers could…

1 year ago

World Bank Applauds Oman’s Robust Economic Performance

Muscat: The World Bank’s 2024 Gulf Economic Update has commended the Sultanate of Oman for achieving noteworthy fiscal and economic…

1 year ago

Oman’s Labour Ministry Eases Transfer Process for ‘Abandoned’ Workers During Grace Period

Muscat: As part of the grace period initiative for rectifying labour statuses, the Ministry of Labour has announced a streamlined…

1 year ago

Oman to Impose 5% Income Tax on High-Earning Individuals from 2028

Muscat: Oman will introduce a 5% personal income tax on high-earning individuals starting January 2028, under the newly issued Personal…

1 year ago

Oman Strongly Condemns Bombing of Church in Damascus

Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman has strongly condemned the recent bombing that targeted a church in the Syrian capital, Damascus.…

1 year ago

His Majesty Issues Royal Decree Introducing Personal Income Tax Law

Muscat: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has issued Royal Decree No. 56/2025, officially promulgating the Personal Income Tax Law…

1 year ago

Large Turnout at Consular Camp in Salalah

Salalah: A consular camp jointly organized by the Indian Embassy and the Indian Social Club in Salalah witnessed a large…

1 year ago

Oman, Arab League Condemn Israeli Strike on Iran, Urge De-escalation

Istanbul: Oman joined other Arab nations in strongly condemning Israel’s recent strike on Iranian territory during an emergency session of…

1 year ago

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