Gulf

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…

10 months 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…

10 months 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…

10 months 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…

10 months 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…

10 months 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.…

10 months 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…

10 months 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…

10 months 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…

10 months ago

Oman Celebrates International Yoga Day with Message of ‘One Earth, One Health’

Oman: With the Indian rupee holding steady around 23.5 against the UAE dirham, Indian expats are seizing the opportunity to…

10 months ago

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