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I stopped maintaining this page as a set of hard-wired links in May 2008, since there were so many alerting and news aggregation services on the web, making it much easier for people to monitor news headlines for themselves.
I have continued to collate news headlines for myself. One of the benefits of blogging the headlines is that it makes it easier to chart the course of news stories and subsequently to comment on them.
If you require a briefing on key stories from the local and regional press, and other sources, please contact me.
I have continued to collate news headlines for myself. One of the benefits of blogging the headlines is that it makes it easier to chart the course of news stories and subsequently to comment on them.
If you require a briefing on key stories from the local and regional press, and other sources, please contact me.
December 9th - 15th
December 13th
BPCL-Oman postpones IPO plans Business Standard, India Oman Oil, a strategic partner in the company, is not inject more funds, but has yet to announce if it is leaving the venture. "Oman Oil’s final decision is critical in deciding the company’s future course of action."
December 12th
OMAN : The economy is dragged forward by the growth of the hydrocarbon sector Equilibri, Italy
India, Oman to enhance ties, manpower pact unlikely India eNews
December 9th
Oman, Vietnam discuss ways to boost investment, joint ventures Times of Oman
BPCL-Oman postpones IPO plans Business Standard, India Oman Oil, a strategic partner in the company, is not inject more funds, but has yet to announce if it is leaving the venture. "Oman Oil’s final decision is critical in deciding the company’s future course of action."
December 12th
OMAN : The economy is dragged forward by the growth of the hydrocarbon sector Equilibri, Italy
India, Oman to enhance ties, manpower pact unlikely India eNews
December 9th
Oman, Vietnam discuss ways to boost investment, joint ventures Times of Oman
November 18th - December 8th 2007
December 8th
The Wave, Muscat wins 'Best Luxury Development' award in London Ameinfo
Omani expert sheds light on benefits of GCC common market Kuwait News Agency, via Zawya
Gulf countries to start currency revaluation talks soon domain-b, India
December 7th
Gates: Persian Gulf countries must coordinate to counter Iranian threat CNBC, USA
Petrodollars flow into brokerages Sify, India Al Anwar Holdings buying into India
Economy in good health Times of Oman sources of statistics not given, but provides some information about commercial bank assets and lending rates.
December 6th
Iran, Oman expand military co-op Iranmania
December 4th
Qatar Oman listing on December 12 Gulf Times, Qatar
Ahmadi-Nejad silent on Iran's nuclear aims Financial Times, London
Iran Proposes Formation of Persian Gulf Joint Army Intellibriefs
Oman: Sublime to the ridiculous New Zealand Herald travel piece
Water consumption increased by four times in past 50 years Khaleej Times
December 3rd
Supply is not an issue in oil markets - Oman oil minister ABC Money, UK
Oman Aids strategy for urgent steps to check women exposure Khaleej Times
India keen to boost military sales to Oman Hindu News, India
Iran, Oman to Boost Intelligence Cooperation Fars News Agency, Iran
Nato’s credibility put under scanner Khaleej Times Saudi Arabia and Oman have not shown any desire to join the Istanbul initiative so far (transfer of military equipment on behalf of NATO to Afghanistan)
Making money in global IPO deals Khaleej Times Although Oman's Galfar Engineering doubled in price from the IPO offer, the writer believes that the company's order book for 2008 offers attractive dividends for investors.
December 2nd
'Stay away from drugs, whatever the provocation' Khaleej Times Omanis give public testimony on World Aids Day
Oman aspires to become regional hub for IT enabled services: ITA chief Oman Observer, via Zawya
December 1st
Oman promoting justice, says first US Muslim Congressman Times of Oman
November 30th
Oman Air flights to Muscat take off Flightmapping Daily flights to Muscat by Oman Air from the north terminal, Gatwick Airport, London
Gulf Cooperation Council countries offer SMEs business opportunities Channel News Asia for small Singaporean companies wishing to do business in Oman and Abu Dhabi
November 27th
Oman budget shortfall Gulf Daily News, Bahrain "Oman sees a shortfall of 400 million rials ($1.04 billion) in its next year's state budget if its crude oil fetched $45
a barrel on average."
November 26th
Oman panel to fight inflation Gulf Daily News, Bahrain
Oman's United Finance Company's national ratings affirmed - Fitch Forbes long-term 'BBB(omn)' with a stable outlook and short-term 'F3 (omn)'. "Fitch also cautioned that recent fast growth in lending could lead to future delinquencies, and is therefore a moderate concern."
November 25th
Oman's sultan hails Iran, IAEA progress Press TV, Iran
Arab Bank Group enters a $609m loan agreement for Salalah Methanol Al Bawaba, Jordan
Oman Air to launch London flights today Times of Oman
The Wave, Muscat wins 'Best Luxury Development' award in London Ameinfo
Omani expert sheds light on benefits of GCC common market Kuwait News Agency, via Zawya
Gulf countries to start currency revaluation talks soon domain-b, India
December 7th
Gates: Persian Gulf countries must coordinate to counter Iranian threat CNBC, USA
Petrodollars flow into brokerages Sify, India Al Anwar Holdings buying into India
Economy in good health Times of Oman sources of statistics not given, but provides some information about commercial bank assets and lending rates.
December 6th
Iran, Oman expand military co-op Iranmania
December 4th
Qatar Oman listing on December 12 Gulf Times, Qatar
Ahmadi-Nejad silent on Iran's nuclear aims Financial Times, London
Iran Proposes Formation of Persian Gulf Joint Army Intellibriefs
Oman: Sublime to the ridiculous New Zealand Herald travel piece
Water consumption increased by four times in past 50 years Khaleej Times
December 3rd
Supply is not an issue in oil markets - Oman oil minister ABC Money, UK
Oman Aids strategy for urgent steps to check women exposure Khaleej Times
India keen to boost military sales to Oman Hindu News, India
Iran, Oman to Boost Intelligence Cooperation Fars News Agency, Iran
Nato’s credibility put under scanner Khaleej Times Saudi Arabia and Oman have not shown any desire to join the Istanbul initiative so far (transfer of military equipment on behalf of NATO to Afghanistan)
Making money in global IPO deals Khaleej Times Although Oman's Galfar Engineering doubled in price from the IPO offer, the writer believes that the company's order book for 2008 offers attractive dividends for investors.
December 2nd
'Stay away from drugs, whatever the provocation' Khaleej Times Omanis give public testimony on World Aids Day
Oman aspires to become regional hub for IT enabled services: ITA chief Oman Observer, via Zawya
December 1st
Oman promoting justice, says first US Muslim Congressman Times of Oman
November 30th
Oman Air flights to Muscat take off Flightmapping Daily flights to Muscat by Oman Air from the north terminal, Gatwick Airport, London
Gulf Cooperation Council countries offer SMEs business opportunities Channel News Asia for small Singaporean companies wishing to do business in Oman and Abu Dhabi
November 27th
Oman budget shortfall Gulf Daily News, Bahrain "Oman sees a shortfall of 400 million rials ($1.04 billion) in its next year's state budget if its crude oil fetched $45
a barrel on average."
November 26th
Oman panel to fight inflation Gulf Daily News, Bahrain
Oman's United Finance Company's national ratings affirmed - Fitch Forbes long-term 'BBB(omn)' with a stable outlook and short-term 'F3 (omn)'. "Fitch also cautioned that recent fast growth in lending could lead to future delinquencies, and is therefore a moderate concern."
November 25th
Oman's sultan hails Iran, IAEA progress Press TV, Iran
Arab Bank Group enters a $609m loan agreement for Salalah Methanol Al Bawaba, Jordan
Oman Air to launch London flights today Times of Oman
November 11th - 17th 2007
November 14th
Major sugar refinery at Port of Sohar. RO 90m project set to be largest in the region Oman Observer
Rasmala buys majority stake in Omani firm Gulf News
November 13th
Chinese contractor returns to work on Muscat wastewater project Gulf News
Singapore firms hold talks on water management Times of Oman
Work on Muscat Wastewater project to resume next month Times of Oman
CBO board approves establishment of ‘Oman Merchant Bank’ Times of Oman
Govt-public response to Cyclone Gonu praised Khaleej Times
November 12th
BankMuscat gets CBO clearance to buy 35pc stake in Pakistan bank for $80m Oman Observer
Abraj Energy signs drilling contract with Oilex Oman to drill at least 3 wells Oman Observer
Oman lags behind in drug recall Gulf News
HM hails reconstruction efforts after cyclone Times of Oman
Renaissance Services 9-month net climbs 14.3pc to RO11.2m Times of Oman
GIPI inks $80m loan agreement Khaleej Times The company is setting up a $104 million high pressure carbon steel pipe and casing complex in Sohar.
Omantel offers $204 million to acquire [Pakistan's] WCTC Khaleej Times
Dr Julius and Institute of Biodiversity Conservation are declared joint winners [of the Sultan Qaboos Prize for Environment Protection 2007] Khaleej Times
Oman govt in RO360m deals for 52 projects Khaleej Times "as part of Oman’s National Day celebrations. The projects include marine works at the new Duqum Port costing RO187 million."
Oman aims to woo tourists and investors Khaleej Times by attending the annual World Travel Market in London this year.
November 11th
Oman Oil and Sohar Aluminum sign OR8.7 million diesel fuel agreement Al Bawaba, Jordan
Oman keen to buy RMG, medicine from Bangladesh Daily Star, Bangladesh RMG = ready made garments.
Gateway to opportunity Arabian Business Re-launch of Amouage, Oman's luxury perfume, into the international market
United Finance to issue rights shares Times of Oman
Major sugar refinery at Port of Sohar. RO 90m project set to be largest in the region Oman Observer
Rasmala buys majority stake in Omani firm Gulf News
November 13th
Chinese contractor returns to work on Muscat wastewater project Gulf News
Singapore firms hold talks on water management Times of Oman
Work on Muscat Wastewater project to resume next month Times of Oman
CBO board approves establishment of ‘Oman Merchant Bank’ Times of Oman
Govt-public response to Cyclone Gonu praised Khaleej Times
November 12th
BankMuscat gets CBO clearance to buy 35pc stake in Pakistan bank for $80m Oman Observer
Abraj Energy signs drilling contract with Oilex Oman to drill at least 3 wells Oman Observer
Oman lags behind in drug recall Gulf News
HM hails reconstruction efforts after cyclone Times of Oman
Renaissance Services 9-month net climbs 14.3pc to RO11.2m Times of Oman
GIPI inks $80m loan agreement Khaleej Times The company is setting up a $104 million high pressure carbon steel pipe and casing complex in Sohar.
Omantel offers $204 million to acquire [Pakistan's] WCTC Khaleej Times
Dr Julius and Institute of Biodiversity Conservation are declared joint winners [of the Sultan Qaboos Prize for Environment Protection 2007] Khaleej Times
Oman govt in RO360m deals for 52 projects Khaleej Times "as part of Oman’s National Day celebrations. The projects include marine works at the new Duqum Port costing RO187 million."
Oman aims to woo tourists and investors Khaleej Times by attending the annual World Travel Market in London this year.
November 11th
Oman Oil and Sohar Aluminum sign OR8.7 million diesel fuel agreement Al Bawaba, Jordan
Oman keen to buy RMG, medicine from Bangladesh Daily Star, Bangladesh RMG = ready made garments.
Gateway to opportunity Arabian Business Re-launch of Amouage, Oman's luxury perfume, into the international market
United Finance to issue rights shares Times of Oman
November 4th - 10th 2007
November 10th
Moody’s explains why wealthiest Gulf states are not rated Aaa Oman Observer
Gulf nations should go for institutional reforms for better rating Gulf News
Etisalat to study terms before bidding for Omantel Gulf Daily News, Bahrain
etisalat says no Omantel discussions for time being Gulf News
Omantel bids $204m for 65% stake in Pakistan firm Gulf News
Swedish firm takes on Oman’s blocks stake Iran Oil Gas Network
Security, economy on agenda of the forthcoming Gulf summit AFP via Google News
November 9th
Economy in the pink Times of Oman
Gulf states postpone water project Gulf News
Norwegian Energy Company ASA exits Oman and Germany Trading Markets
Tethys Signs Agreement to Increase Acerage Position Onshore Oman Oil Voice, press release
November 8th
Rents eating into Omani pay cheques: Survey Times of Oman Forty-two per cent of Oman’s residents have witnessed a rental increase of 20 per cent or more, according to a survey commissioned by Bayt.com.
Oman overcomes Gunu losses: minister Khaleej Times
Oman calls for peaceful resolution of Iran N-row Khaleej Times
Ban on construction work around Oman foreign ministry Khaleej Times
Tethys Oil provides operational update in Oman Oil Marketer, UK
November 7th
Ex-Dow pair 'held talks' with potential suitors Financial Times, London "Two Dow Chemical executives who were later fired and accused of plotting to sell the company had two meetings with Omani investors interested in a takeover of the US group, according to a consultant who participated in the meetings."
BP awards contracts for Oman gas project Reuters UK
HM opens fourth term of Council of Oman Times of Oman
Oman Air implements e-ticketing operations in Jaipur Times of Oman
Forum explores steps to boost Oman-Singapore trade ties Times of Oman
Oman and Singapore sign deal to share information and experience Khaleej Times
New Oman council must shoulder more responsibilities Khaleej Times
Oman moves to take pressure off rial Arabian Business
Higher Gulf ratings unlikely - Moody's Gulf News
November 6th
Oman crude deliveries via DME drive up term prices Reuters via Khaleej Times
ITA signs MoU with Singapore company Times of Oman
Qaboos to council: Speed up development Gulf News
Qaboos appoints women to Shura Council Gulf News Despite no women being elected to the Majlis Ash Shura in recent elections, HM Sultan Qaboos has reappointed eight women to the Council of Oman (Majlis Addawla), and appointed a further six women candidates, including at least one woman who had been unsuccessful in the elections. His Majesty has a positive policy of encouraging women to participate in public life.
Women power gets a much-needed boost in Oman Khaleej Times
Bharat Oman Refinery plans Rs 2,000cr IPO Business Standard, India
Nawras 3.5G pilot announced (Oman) Wireless Federation
November 5th
Singapore and Oman Seal Co-operation in Infocomm Technology Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA)
Octal signs $166.5m loan deal with BankMuscat Times of Oman
The Wave sells 100 properties in just a few hours Times of Oman
Oman Refinery Company signs MoU with Japanese centre for research project Times of Oman
Nawras plans 3.5G launch in Oman Oman Observer, via Zawya
November 4th
Oman, Switzerland sign pact on avoidance of double taxation Times of Oman
Qatar says will not automatically track Fed moves Reuters via Khaleej Times
Oman GDP rises 8.3pc in first half Khaleej Times
Oman-India ties to take new dimension Khaleej Times
Asia refiners to stay away from DME Oman futures Gulf Times, Qatar
Moody’s explains why wealthiest Gulf states are not rated Aaa Oman Observer
Gulf nations should go for institutional reforms for better rating Gulf News
Etisalat to study terms before bidding for Omantel Gulf Daily News, Bahrain
etisalat says no Omantel discussions for time being Gulf News
Omantel bids $204m for 65% stake in Pakistan firm Gulf News
Swedish firm takes on Oman’s blocks stake Iran Oil Gas Network
Security, economy on agenda of the forthcoming Gulf summit AFP via Google News
November 9th
Economy in the pink Times of Oman
Gulf states postpone water project Gulf News
Norwegian Energy Company ASA exits Oman and Germany Trading Markets
Tethys Signs Agreement to Increase Acerage Position Onshore Oman Oil Voice, press release
November 8th
Rents eating into Omani pay cheques: Survey Times of Oman Forty-two per cent of Oman’s residents have witnessed a rental increase of 20 per cent or more, according to a survey commissioned by Bayt.com.
Oman overcomes Gunu losses: minister Khaleej Times
Oman calls for peaceful resolution of Iran N-row Khaleej Times
Ban on construction work around Oman foreign ministry Khaleej Times
Tethys Oil provides operational update in Oman Oil Marketer, UK
November 7th
Ex-Dow pair 'held talks' with potential suitors Financial Times, London "Two Dow Chemical executives who were later fired and accused of plotting to sell the company had two meetings with Omani investors interested in a takeover of the US group, according to a consultant who participated in the meetings."
BP awards contracts for Oman gas project Reuters UK
HM opens fourth term of Council of Oman Times of Oman
Oman Air implements e-ticketing operations in Jaipur Times of Oman
Forum explores steps to boost Oman-Singapore trade ties Times of Oman
Oman and Singapore sign deal to share information and experience Khaleej Times
New Oman council must shoulder more responsibilities Khaleej Times
Oman moves to take pressure off rial Arabian Business
Higher Gulf ratings unlikely - Moody's Gulf News
November 6th
Oman crude deliveries via DME drive up term prices Reuters via Khaleej Times
ITA signs MoU with Singapore company Times of Oman
Qaboos to council: Speed up development Gulf News
Qaboos appoints women to Shura Council Gulf News Despite no women being elected to the Majlis Ash Shura in recent elections, HM Sultan Qaboos has reappointed eight women to the Council of Oman (Majlis Addawla), and appointed a further six women candidates, including at least one woman who had been unsuccessful in the elections. His Majesty has a positive policy of encouraging women to participate in public life.
Women power gets a much-needed boost in Oman Khaleej Times
Bharat Oman Refinery plans Rs 2,000cr IPO Business Standard, India
Nawras 3.5G pilot announced (Oman) Wireless Federation
November 5th
Singapore and Oman Seal Co-operation in Infocomm Technology Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA)
Octal signs $166.5m loan deal with BankMuscat Times of Oman
The Wave sells 100 properties in just a few hours Times of Oman
Oman Refinery Company signs MoU with Japanese centre for research project Times of Oman
Nawras plans 3.5G launch in Oman Oman Observer, via Zawya
November 4th
Oman, Switzerland sign pact on avoidance of double taxation Times of Oman
Qatar says will not automatically track Fed moves Reuters via Khaleej Times
Oman GDP rises 8.3pc in first half Khaleej Times
Oman-India ties to take new dimension Khaleej Times
Asia refiners to stay away from DME Oman futures Gulf Times, Qatar
October 28th - November 3rd 2007
3rd November
El Gouna inspires developers of Jebel Sifah, Salalah beach projects Times of Oman
2nd November
Oman expresses reservations about WEF report Khaleej Times
Oman draws UN praise for water conservation Khaleej Times
Wet weather to continue in Oman’s Dhofar province Khaleej Times
30th October
Oman opens up at snail's pace AFP - Google News
Uncertain fate worries Omani staff at Gulf Air’s call centre Times of Oman
OCC signs $162million pact with Chinese firm Times of Oman "Oman Cement Company (OCC) yesterday signed an agreement worth $162 million with China National Building Material Equipment Corporation to add a third production line to double production capacity of the company."
Omantel upgrades internet network capacity Times of Oman Capacity to increase number of ADSL lines beginning with 14,000, up to 170,000.
Oman Souq Online tops TKM-Ernst & Young Big Business Idea Competition Times of Oman
The Wave to launch sale of apartments, shoreside villas on Nov. 4 Times of Oman
Oman ramps up S.Korea gas exports Arabian Business
29th October
62.7pc turnout at Majlis poll, says Al Busaidi Times of Oman
28th October
Women fail to win any seats in Omani elections for consultative council International Herald Tribune, France
No women elected in Omani vote Khaleej Times
Poll shock for sitting member in Muscat Khaleej Times
Official denies vote buying in Oman elections Gulf News
NBO net profit up 41pc at RO28.9m Khaleej Times
Global concludes acquisition of major stake in Al Jazeera Steel Oman Observer
OIB 9-month net profit soars to RO19.01 million Times of Oman
El Gouna inspires developers of Jebel Sifah, Salalah beach projects Times of Oman
2nd November
Oman expresses reservations about WEF report Khaleej Times
Oman draws UN praise for water conservation Khaleej Times
Wet weather to continue in Oman’s Dhofar province Khaleej Times
30th October
Oman opens up at snail's pace AFP - Google News
Uncertain fate worries Omani staff at Gulf Air’s call centre Times of Oman
OCC signs $162million pact with Chinese firm Times of Oman "Oman Cement Company (OCC) yesterday signed an agreement worth $162 million with China National Building Material Equipment Corporation to add a third production line to double production capacity of the company."
Omantel upgrades internet network capacity Times of Oman Capacity to increase number of ADSL lines beginning with 14,000, up to 170,000.
Oman Souq Online tops TKM-Ernst & Young Big Business Idea Competition Times of Oman
The Wave to launch sale of apartments, shoreside villas on Nov. 4 Times of Oman
Oman ramps up S.Korea gas exports Arabian Business
29th October
62.7pc turnout at Majlis poll, says Al Busaidi Times of Oman
28th October
Women fail to win any seats in Omani elections for consultative council International Herald Tribune, France
No women elected in Omani vote Khaleej Times
Poll shock for sitting member in Muscat Khaleej Times
Official denies vote buying in Oman elections Gulf News
NBO net profit up 41pc at RO28.9m Khaleej Times
Global concludes acquisition of major stake in Al Jazeera Steel Oman Observer
OIB 9-month net profit soars to RO19.01 million Times of Oman
October 21st - 27th 2007
October 27th
Record numbers vote in Shura polls Gulf News Three times as many women as men were queuing to vote. 388,683 voters were registered as opposed to 262,000 in 2003.
Residents say tribal voting is ideal for representation Gulf News
Selecting candidates to avoid splitting votes Gulf News
Moody's rates Oman Power and Water 'A2' Khaleej Times
October 26th
Low-key campaign precedes Oman vote France 24 news
Oman Power assigned long-term foreign currency issuer rating of 'A2' - Moody's Forbes
October 25th
Oman offers $1m aid for Darfur Khaleej Times RO385,000
October 24th
Survey finds widespread misuse of health facilities and drugs in Oman Khaleej Times
Tamim fetes deputy PM of Oman Gulf Times, Qatar
Oman, Qatar to enhance ties in gas, other sectors Times of Oman
October 23rd
Qatar, Oman hold talks on ties Gulf Times, Qatar
Galfar shares to be listed tomorrow Oman Observer, quoted in Zawya
Demand for Wave units robust despite cyclone concerns Gulf News
Gulf could face oversupply from planned refineries Gulf News
October 22nd
BankMuscat 9-month net profit soars 41pc Times of Oman
Bank Sohar operating profit crosses RO1m Times of Oman
Record numbers vote in Shura polls Gulf News Three times as many women as men were queuing to vote. 388,683 voters were registered as opposed to 262,000 in 2003.
Residents say tribal voting is ideal for representation Gulf News
Selecting candidates to avoid splitting votes Gulf News
Moody's rates Oman Power and Water 'A2' Khaleej Times
October 26th
Low-key campaign precedes Oman vote France 24 news
Oman Power assigned long-term foreign currency issuer rating of 'A2' - Moody's Forbes
October 25th
Oman offers $1m aid for Darfur Khaleej Times RO385,000
October 24th
Survey finds widespread misuse of health facilities and drugs in Oman Khaleej Times
Tamim fetes deputy PM of Oman Gulf Times, Qatar
Oman, Qatar to enhance ties in gas, other sectors Times of Oman
October 23rd
Qatar, Oman hold talks on ties Gulf Times, Qatar
Galfar shares to be listed tomorrow Oman Observer, quoted in Zawya
Demand for Wave units robust despite cyclone concerns Gulf News
Gulf could face oversupply from planned refineries Gulf News
October 22nd
BankMuscat 9-month net profit soars 41pc Times of Oman
Bank Sohar operating profit crosses RO1m Times of Oman
October 14th - 20th 2007
October 20th
Rice shortage, price rise likely Times of Oman
Insuring low-wage workers' health Gulf News
October 18th
Emirates Telecom says eyeing Omantel stake Reuters
Educational reforms on track, says Sulaimi (minister for education) Times of Oman
Oman set to become tourism hotspot Arabian Business
Ex-Dow executive sues JPMorgan Financial Times, London
OEIHC acquisition of 25% equity stake in Oman Hotels and Tourism Co SAOG Ameinfo
October 17th
Etisalat seeks 20pc stake in Omantel Times of Oman
First Qatar unveils $400m projects Gulf Daily News, Bahrain has acquired land spanning over 5,000 sq/m worth of $10m in Al Khuwair district in Oman to develop commercial and residential facilities.
October 15th
Qatar & Oman Investment To List In Doha, Muscat Zawya - Dow Jones
Rice shortage, price rise likely Times of Oman
Insuring low-wage workers' health Gulf News
October 18th
Emirates Telecom says eyeing Omantel stake Reuters
Educational reforms on track, says Sulaimi (minister for education) Times of Oman
Oman set to become tourism hotspot Arabian Business
Ex-Dow executive sues JPMorgan Financial Times, London
OEIHC acquisition of 25% equity stake in Oman Hotels and Tourism Co SAOG Ameinfo
October 17th
Etisalat seeks 20pc stake in Omantel Times of Oman
First Qatar unveils $400m projects Gulf Daily News, Bahrain has acquired land spanning over 5,000 sq/m worth of $10m in Al Khuwair district in Oman to develop commercial and residential facilities.
October 15th
Qatar & Oman Investment To List In Doha, Muscat Zawya - Dow Jones
September 30th - October 13th 2007
October 13th
Qaboos pardons 139 prisoners Khaleej Times 118 Omanis and 21 expatriates
October 12th
Al Harthy chairman of new Omantel board Khaleej Times
Board of Governors of CBO reconstituted Khaleej Times
Oman stock index hits new record Khaleej Times
Oman's annual inflation hits the highest level in 16 years Khaleej Times
October 11th
Oman inflation highest in 16 years as prices skyrocket Gulf News
Oman govt worker numbers go higher Khaleej Times
October 10th
Bank Muscat 'to gain from Oman growth' Gulf Daily News, Bahrain
Oman gives the nod to stem cell therapy Khaleej Times
October 9th
Oman 'planned to drop dollar peg' Gulf Daily News, Bahrain
Egypt’s Orascom enters Oman Times of Oman 70 per cent shareholding in Muriya Tourism Development Company
Omani aviation sector flying high with lots of changes Times of Oman
Oil at $45 for budget Khaleej Times for 2008
October 6th
Oman Refinery inks $1.37b financing deal Times of Oman to facilitate the merger of Sohar Refinery Company (SRC) and Oman Refinery Company (ORC). ORC will absorb SRC and be renamed Oman Refineries and Petrochemicals Company (ORPC). ORPC is currently fully owned by the government through the Ministry of Oil and Gas and the Central Bank of Oman. Following the merger, ORPC will be 75 per cent owned by the government through the Ministry of Finance and 25 per cent by Oman Oil Company SAOC.
Renaissance subsidiary bags $35 million Abu Dhabi contract Times of Oman
October 5th
Pak-Oman launches brokerage services Times of Oman
High oil prices keep economy in good health Times of Oman
Omantel stock at 16-month high on decision to sell stake Khaleej Times
India and Oman to sign labour pact in December Khaleej Times
October 3rd
Iraqi people and govt must stand together Khaleej Times
October 2nd
Oman Air signs MoU to acquire 6 Boeing 787s Times of Oman
Oman hikes housing loan limits for poor families Khaleej Times
Omantel plans to expand its broadband network Khaleej Times
October 1st
More than 40,000 Omanis get private sector jobs Khaleej Times
Soaring inflation triggers Gulf pay rises Khaleej Times
30th September
Oman crude oil prices up 7.5pc for November Khaleej Times
Qaboos pardons 139 prisoners Khaleej Times 118 Omanis and 21 expatriates
October 12th
Al Harthy chairman of new Omantel board Khaleej Times
Board of Governors of CBO reconstituted Khaleej Times
Oman stock index hits new record Khaleej Times
Oman's annual inflation hits the highest level in 16 years Khaleej Times
October 11th
Oman inflation highest in 16 years as prices skyrocket Gulf News
Oman govt worker numbers go higher Khaleej Times
October 10th
Bank Muscat 'to gain from Oman growth' Gulf Daily News, Bahrain
Oman gives the nod to stem cell therapy Khaleej Times
October 9th
Oman 'planned to drop dollar peg' Gulf Daily News, Bahrain
Egypt’s Orascom enters Oman Times of Oman 70 per cent shareholding in Muriya Tourism Development Company
Omani aviation sector flying high with lots of changes Times of Oman
Oil at $45 for budget Khaleej Times for 2008
October 6th
Oman Refinery inks $1.37b financing deal Times of Oman to facilitate the merger of Sohar Refinery Company (SRC) and Oman Refinery Company (ORC). ORC will absorb SRC and be renamed Oman Refineries and Petrochemicals Company (ORPC). ORPC is currently fully owned by the government through the Ministry of Oil and Gas and the Central Bank of Oman. Following the merger, ORPC will be 75 per cent owned by the government through the Ministry of Finance and 25 per cent by Oman Oil Company SAOC.
Renaissance subsidiary bags $35 million Abu Dhabi contract Times of Oman
October 5th
Pak-Oman launches brokerage services Times of Oman
High oil prices keep economy in good health Times of Oman
Omantel stock at 16-month high on decision to sell stake Khaleej Times
India and Oman to sign labour pact in December Khaleej Times
October 3rd
Iraqi people and govt must stand together Khaleej Times
October 2nd
Oman Air signs MoU to acquire 6 Boeing 787s Times of Oman
Oman hikes housing loan limits for poor families Khaleej Times
Omantel plans to expand its broadband network Khaleej Times
October 1st
More than 40,000 Omanis get private sector jobs Khaleej Times
Soaring inflation triggers Gulf pay rises Khaleej Times
30th September
Oman crude oil prices up 7.5pc for November Khaleej Times
September 23rd - 29th 2007
September 24th
Loan agreement for Oman's Al-Duqm Port and Dry Dock facilities project Indian Muslims
Eight International Companies shortlisted to build power production in Oman Indian Muslims
BP to award 4 deals on Oman programme Gulf Times, Qatar
Loan agreement for Oman's Al-Duqm Port and Dry Dock facilities project Indian Muslims
Eight International Companies shortlisted to build power production in Oman Indian Muslims
BP to award 4 deals on Oman programme Gulf Times, Qatar
September 16th - 22nd 2007
September 22nd
Bharat Oman plans $300m IPO to fund refinery Oman Observer
September 20th
Muscat residents hail cap on house rent revision Oman Observer
Rent hike allowed up to 15pc in 2 years Oman Tribune
MoE website to serve Muscat, Buraimi Oman Tribune
September 19th
Blue City's sales to commence in November Oman Observer reprinted in Gulf in the Media
RO 68m Hasik-Shuwaymiyah road to spur development along Oman’s southeast coast. in Oman Observer
Shell Buys Dubai Crude, Boosting Demand for Oman, Rival Grades Bloomberg
BP captures 35% of market share in Oman Gulf News
Gulf states plan trade talks with Iran Financial Times, London
September 18th
Oman inflation rate touches 10-year high Gulf Times - Qatar, reprinted in Gulf in the Media
September 17th
World’s biggest APET polymerisation project under way in Salalah Oman Observer
September 16th
Inflation in Oman hits 5.98 per cent Gulf Daily News, Bahrain
Foreign investment soars Gulf Daily News, Bahrain
"I don't know why we are here, but I'm pretty sure that it is not in order to enjoy ourselves." ~Ludwig Wittgenstein (1889-1951)~
Bharat Oman plans $300m IPO to fund refinery Oman Observer
September 20th
Muscat residents hail cap on house rent revision Oman Observer
Rent hike allowed up to 15pc in 2 years Oman Tribune
MoE website to serve Muscat, Buraimi Oman Tribune
September 19th
Blue City's sales to commence in November Oman Observer reprinted in Gulf in the Media
RO 68m Hasik-Shuwaymiyah road to spur development along Oman’s southeast coast. in Oman Observer
- 94-km carriageway to complete coastal road link between Dhofar and Wusta
- Strategic project secures alternative route to Muscat-Salalah highway
- Major potential for tourism, economic investment
Shell Buys Dubai Crude, Boosting Demand for Oman, Rival Grades Bloomberg
BP captures 35% of market share in Oman Gulf News
Gulf states plan trade talks with Iran Financial Times, London
September 18th
Oman inflation rate touches 10-year high Gulf Times - Qatar, reprinted in Gulf in the Media
September 17th
World’s biggest APET polymerisation project under way in Salalah Oman Observer
September 16th
Inflation in Oman hits 5.98 per cent Gulf Daily News, Bahrain
Foreign investment soars Gulf Daily News, Bahrain