OQRPI’s Decarbonisation Framework at GDA IDCE 2025: Key Opportunities for Industry Leadership and Investment in Bahrain
OQ Refineries and Petroleum Industries (OQRPI), a subsidiary of OQ, will be a Diamond Sponsor at IDCE 2025 in Bahrain,
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Iran Rial Hits Record Low Amid Sanctions: What This Means for Businesses and Investors in the Region
The Iranian rial hit a record low against the US dollar on Sunday following the reinstatement of UN sanctions. On
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Oman Adopts Key Business Reform Workshop Outputs: Unlocking Financing Solutions for Investors and Entrepreneurs
Oman's Ministry of Commerce endorsed outcomes of the national workshop addressing business challenges, focusing on streamlined licensing, labour reforms, judicial
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GCC Tourism Sector Boosts Economy by $247 Billion in 2024: What This Means for Investors and Business Owners
The GCC travel and tourism sector contributed $247.1B to GDP in 2024, up 31.9% since 2019, and is projected to
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S&P Affirms Oman’s Sovereign Ratings at ‘BBB-/A-3’: What It Means for Investors and Business Confidence in Oman
S&P Global Ratings affirmed Oman’s ‘BBB-’ long-term and ‘A-3’ short-term sovereign credit ratings with a stable outlook, citing fiscal prudence
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#IAmTourism Campaign: How Responsible Tourism is Shaping Business Opportunities in Oman
Tourism’s true essence lies in the people—the receptionist, the guide, the young graduate choosing hospitality as a career. OMRAN GROUP’s
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Oman’s New Banking Directive on Climate Risk Disclosures: Key Implications for Investors and Business Owners
Commercial banks in Oman must disclose climate-related risks from 2026, says Central Bank. The move aims to integrate climate risk
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Money Exchanges Evolving in Oman Amid Digitalization: What It Means for Investors and Business Owners
The Money Exchange Establishments (MEEs) in Oman saw a 62.8% drop in profits and a 6.1% revenue decline in 2024,
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Trump Signs Order Declaring TikTok Sale Ready: What a $14 Billion Valuation Means for Investors and Entrepreneurs
President Trump signed an executive order for selling TikTok's US operations to American and global investors to meet 2024 national
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CBO Survey Reveals Prudent Financial Habits Among Omanis: What This Means for Investors and Businesses in Oman
Despite rising personal and household debt in Oman, a Central Bank survey shows many practice financial prudence. Lending to households
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