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Times of Oman
20-07-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Biotechnology oversight committee holds meeting
Muscat: The Oversight Committee for Biotechnology in the Sultanate of Oman today held its third meeting, chaired by Dr. Rahma Ibrahim Al Mahrouqi, Minister of Higher Education, Research, and Innovation. During the meeting, the committee reviewed the latest developments regarding the implementation of decisions from its second meeting. This included the crucial task of completing the requirements for preparing the National Biotechnology Strategy in accordance with the approved work plan, as well as finalizing the procedures for appointing the specialized consultant responsible for developing the strategy. The tender for the consultancy services was recently issued through the electronic system of the Projects, Tenders and Local Content Authority. Dr. Kawther Ibrahim Al Balushi, Project Manager for the National Biotechnology Strategy, delivered a visual presentation to the committee members. She outlined the detailed plan for implementing the remaining phase of the project and highlighted the efforts made by various national committees and teams in this regard. Coinciding with the third meeting of the Biotechnology Oversight Committee, a cooperation program was launched and signed to fund the assignment of a consultant for the National Biotechnology Strategy project. This agreement was signed by three parties: the Ministry of Higher Education, Research, and Innovation, Oman Vision 2040 Implementation Follow-up Unit, and OMIFCO – the project's funding entity. The agreement was signed by Dr. Rahma Ibrahim Al Mahrouqi, Minister of Higher Education, Research, and Innovation, Dr. Khamis Saif Al Jabri on behalf of the Oman Vision 2040 Implementation Follow-up Unit, and Khalid Sulaiman Al Farsi, OMIFCO Director General of Supply Chain.
Times of Oman
18-06-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Forum to boost academic and industrial sectors' integration
Muscat: The Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation on Wednesday organised the first annual forum to enhance integration between academic and industrial sectors. The forum, held in Muscat, seeks to open up vistas for constructive dialogue and cooperation, in addition to exchanging expertise between the two sectors. The opening ceremony was held under the auspices of Dr. Rahma Ibrahim Al Mahrouqi, Minister of Higher Education, Research and Innovation. The forum saw the signing of 18 agreements to promote community engagement in boosting education—with the prime objective of consolidating partnerships between higher education institutions and society. The agreements aim to foster a culture of endowment in support of education. They focus on raising awareness among students and members of teaching and administrative departments. They also deal with participation in events and activities organized by educational institutions. In addition, the forum included visual presentations made by private higher education institutions, public and private sector institutions and 'Siraj Education Endowment Foundation'. The Ministry also gave a presentation about Ejaad platform. The presentation focused on cooperation between academic and industrial sectors.
Times of Oman
11-06-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Oman participates in 2nd Belt, Road Conference on Science, Technology Exchange
Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman is participating in the 2nd Belt and Road Conference on Science and Technology Exchange held in the People's Republic of China. The Omani delegation is headed by Dr. Rahma Ibrahim Al Mahrouqi, Minister of Higher Education, Research, and Innovation. In her speech at the conference, Dr. Rahma emphasised the importance of international cooperation in science and technology, praising the Belt and Road Initiative's role in strengthening scientific and research partnerships among participating nations. She also highlighted Oman Vision 2040 and its key pillars, which align with the objectives of the Science and Technology Exchange Initiative under the Belt and Road framework. She noted Oman's key achievements since its first participation in the initiative, including the signing of an MoU on science and technology cooperation. This has led to several collaborative programs between Omani and Chinese universities, such as knowledge exchange in "smart campuses," enhanced scientific cooperation with Chinese private sector institutions—particularly global company Huawei—as well as student and researcher exchanges, and cultural cooperation through Chinese language education and Arabic teaching for non-native speakers. On the sidelines of the event, the Minister held talks with Lin Xin, Vice Minister of Science and Technology of the People's Republic of China, exploring ways to enhance scientific and technical exchange in priority research areas such as environmental sciences, food security, medicine, health sciences (including traditional medicine), and artificial intelligence. Discussions also covered expertise exchange in marine and ocean sciences, genetic resources, and mutual invitations to scientific conferences, including the upcoming Arab-Chinese Conference scheduled in August 2025. Additionally, they reviewed cooperation in cultural exchange, teaching each country's language in higher education institutions, and increasing mutual recognition of academic credentials. During her visit to Sichuan University in Chengdu, the Minister explored potential collaboration in scientific and research programmes, particularly in creative arts. She also discussed partnership opportunities between Omani private higher education institutions and the Chinese university, including joint exhibitions, young researcher training, bilateral research projects, cultural student events, and cooperation in AI, IoT, and modern technologies.
Times of Oman
25-05-2025
- Politics
- Times of Oman
Omani-Saudi dialogue forum explores ways to enhance knowledge cooperation
Muscat: The Omani-Saudi Knowledge Dialogue Forum commenced on Sunday in Muscat, organised by the Ministry of Higher Education, Research, and Innovation in collaboration with the Saudi Council of University Affairs. The forum's opening ceremony was held under the auspices of Dr. Rahma Ibrahim Al Mahrouqi, Minister of Higher Education, Research, and Innovation. The Omani-Saudi Knowledge Dialogue Forum serves as a strategic platform to enhance knowledge cooperation and expertise exchange between the two brotherly countries. The forum aims to establish partnerships between higher education institutions in Oman and their counterparts in Saudi Arabia, strengthen scientific research collaboration through joint research programs and researcher exchanges, promote student and academic exchanges, and encourage the establishment of research and development centers. Additionally, the forum seeks to boost joint investments in education, scientific research, and innovation while activating communication channels between intellectual, educational, and research institutions. These efforts contribute to supporting the objectives of Oman Vision 2040 and Saudi Vision 2030. The forum brings together academics, researchers, and decision-makers from both countries to exchange visions, ideas, and expertise while exploring ways to enhance knowledge partnerships across various nationally prioritised fields. The event includes several dialogue sessions focusing on challenges and opportunities in building leading universities in GCC countries, highlighting the role of the Fourth and Fifth Industrial Revolutions in supporting education, learning, and smart campuses, as well as cooperation in scientific research and innovation. The forum features participation from nearly 70 Saudi universities, several research centers, and all public and private higher education institutions in Oman.
Times of Oman
25-05-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Omani-Saudi Knowledge Dialogue Forum explores ways to enhance knowledge cooperation
Muscat: The Omani-Saudi Knowledge Dialogue Forum commenced today in Muscat, organized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Research, and Innovation in collaboration with the Saudi Council of University Affairs. The forum's opening ceremony was held under the auspices of Dr. Rahma Ibrahim Al Mahrouqi, Minister of Higher Education, Research, and Innovation. The Omani-Saudi Knowledge Dialogue Forum serves as a strategic platform to enhance knowledge cooperation and expertise exchange between the two brotherly countries. The forum aims to establish partnerships between higher education institutions in Oman and their counterparts in Saudi Arabia, strengthen scientific research collaboration through joint research programs and researcher exchanges, promote student and academic exchanges, and encourage the establishment of research and development centers. Additionally, the forum seeks to boost joint investments in education, scientific research, and innovation while activating communication channels between intellectual, educational, and research institutions. These efforts contribute to supporting the objectives of Oman Vision 2040 and Saudi Vision 2030. The forum brings together academics, researchers, and decision-makers from both countries to exchange visions, ideas, and expertise while exploring ways to enhance knowledge partnerships across various nationally prioritized fields. The event includes several dialogue sessions focusing on challenges and opportunities in building leading universities in GCC countries, highlighting the role of the Fourth and Fifth Industrial Revolutions in supporting education, learning, and smart campuses, as well as cooperation in scientific research and innovation. The forum features participation from nearly 70 Saudi universities, several research centers, and all public and private higher education institutions in Oman.
