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Muscat Daily
2 days ago
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- Muscat Daily
Oman lifts ban on poultry imports from parts of Europe
Muscat – H E Saud bin Hamoud al Habsi, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, has issued Ministerial Decision No 126/2025, lifting the ban on the import of live birds, as well as their products and derivatives, from specific regions in Europe. The decision, issued on June 3, follows updated health assessments and recommendations from competent veterinary authorities. It underscores the ministry's commitment to protecting public interest while maintaining adherence to international biosecurity standards. The ban has been lifted on imports from Northern Ireland in the United Kingdom, Zealand Island in Denmark, Veneto Region in Italy, Lubuskie Province in Poland, and Flanders Province in Belgium. The decision will take effect upon its publication in the Official Gazette, and relevant authorities have been directed to enforce it within their respective areas of expertise.
Muscat Daily
02-03-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
No new seafood retail licences in Oman for one year
By OUR CORRESPONDENT Muscat – H E Saud bin Hamoud al Habsi, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, has issued Ministerial Decision No 41/2025 aimed at regulating retail sale of seafood and related products. The decision puts on hold new applications for licences to engage in selling seafood for one year. According to Article 1 of the decision, the suspension applies to all licensing applications for retail seafood stores. This temporary pause is part of wider efforts to ensure sustainability and protection of Oman's marine resources, furthering the sultanate's commitment to responsible fishing practices. The decision was issued on February 24 and will be effective following its publication in the Official Gazette. In alignment with the Aquatic Living Resources Law established by Royal Decree 20/2019 and its amendments under Royal Decree No 92/2020, the decision emphasises the government's focus on public interest and sustainable management of marine resources. The decision also abides by executive regulations of Ministerial Decision No 4/94 concerning protection of living aquatic resources.
