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Muscat Daily
28-04-2025
- General
- Muscat Daily
Oman steps up cultural diplomacy with new project
Muscat – H H Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham al Said, Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth, has issued a decision to form the Omani Cultural Laboratories project team. The project is a joint effort between Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth (MCSY), Cultural Club and Bait al Zubair Foundation. It aims to adopt cultural programmes and encourage partnerships between government bodies, private organisations and academic institutions, both locally and internationally. The project is part of MCSY's broader cultural strategy focused on creativity, renewal and promotion of Omani identity on the global stage. Omani Cultural Laboratories will present the sultanate's cultural heritage through exhibitions, research projects, intellectual forums and international collaborations. These are designed to highlight Oman's civilisational legacy and contribute to global cultural dialogue. 'The decision comes within the framework of strengthening the national cultural movement, and enhancing partnerships and integration between various cultural institutions,' said H E Sayyid Said bin Sultan al Busaidi, MCSY Undersecretary and General Supervisor of the project. 'It underscores the importance of supporting cultural development programmes in the sultanate, consolidating Oman's cultural identity and enhancing its presence in regional and global forums.' Dr Mohammed bin Ali al Balushi, Chairman of Board of Directors of Cultural Club and Vice-Chairman of the executive team, welcomed the project. 'The Omani cognitive memory carries cultural content and intellectual achievements that must be communicated abroad,' he said. 'It is our collective responsibility to engage in projects such as these cultural laboratories to contribute to the knowledge exchange movement in the world.' Dr Mohammed Abdul Karim al Shehhi, Head of the executive team, stressed the importance of preserving and sharing Oman's intellectual heritage. 'We appreciate the ministry's continued commitment to providing the means to transform Omani cultural heritage into a source of knowledge for interested parties everywhere,' he said. 'This cooperation between Bait al Zubair and Cultural Club reinforces a tradition where efforts are unified under the umbrella of the state, translating its vision and aspirations.' MCSY reaffirmed its commitment to supervising the project directly, aiming to strengthen Oman's identity and enhancing its cultural visibility regionally and globally via cultural diplomacy. H H Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham al Said
Muscat Daily
06-04-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Oman's Osaka Expo pavilion inaugurated
Osaka, Japan – H H Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham al Said, Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth, officially opened the Sultanate of Oman's pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka on Sunday, marking the country's participation under the theme 'Extended Connections'. H H Sayyid Theyazin poured water into a miniature model of the pavilion using an ornate vessel crafted during the Iron Age (1300 BCE–300 CE). The artefact was discovered in one of the chambers of the ancient wall of the city of Salut in Bahla. Adorned with intricate engravings and prominent fish motifs, the vessel reflects the cultural and creative dimensions of Omani civilisation at that time, marking the official opening of Oman's pavilion. The pavilion aims to highlight Oman's cultural legacy and its aspirations for the future in line with the goals of Oman Vision 2040. It focuses on three core themes – People, Land, and Water – reflecting the nation's connection to its environment, its identity, and its social values. H H Sayyid Theyazin said Oman's involvement at the Expo demonstrates its 'enduring commitment to engaging with the global community, building on shared cultural ties and promoting a dialogue worldwide.' 'Oman has always been a cultural bridge connecting different parts of the world, and our participation here highlights our role in fostering international understanding and cooperation.' The Expo, which will run until October 13, provides a platform for Oman to present its development strategy across six key areas: Communication and interaction, tourism, investment opportunities, cultural identity, international relations, and partnerships. These align with Oman's objectives to promote innovation, sustainability, and cross-cultural engagement. H H Sayyid Theyazin praised the efforts behind the creation of the pavilion and thanked those who contributed to its development, stating it 'reflects the sultanate's people and its land'. The pavilion features interactive exhibits that explore Oman's geography, cultural history, and tourism sector. It also serves as a platform to promote trade and investment, with Oman seeking to strengthen diplomatic and economic relations during the six-month global event. H E Sayyid Said Sultan al Busaidi, Undersecretary for Culture in the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth; and Commissioner-General of the Omani pavilion, said the display includes a collection of written works in Japanese introducing Oman's historical, cultural, economic, and commercial identity. H E Mohammed bin Said al Busaidi, Oman's Ambassador to Japan, said the Expo offers an important opportunity to deepen relations with Japan and highlight areas for economic cooperation.
Muscat Daily
05-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Muscat Daily
Sayyid Theyazin to unveil Oman pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka
Muscat – H H Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham al Said, Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth, will inaugurate the Sultanate of Oman's pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka on Sunday. The pavilion will host over 33 events between April 6 and October 13, marking Oman's latest international showcase. Titled 'Extended Connections', the pavilion's concept is inspired by Oman's geographical and environmental diversity. It reflects the historical adaptation of the Omani people to their landscape through the interlinked elements of land, water, and people. The design was selected through the Belarab bin Haitham Award for Architectural Design. H H Sayyid Theyazin al Said-Osaka Oman's participation in Expo 2025 is centred around six key themes: Communication and interaction, tourism, investment opportunities, cultural identity, international relations, and partnerships. These focus areas align with the country's long-term development strategies under Oman Vision 2040. 'Participation in Expo 2025 Osaka offers an important platform to promote cultural and technological exchange with other nations,' the organisers said. It aims to highlight Oman's economic and social development while preserving and promoting its cultural heritage. The pavilion will offer visitors a highly interactive experience, incorporating extended reality and artificial intelligence tools across its content. A dedicated digital platform will include ten main features: The Visual Exhibition, Virtual Theatre, Audio Arts Exhibition, Made in Oman showcase, Discover Oman section, Omani Technology Companies Centre, Virtual Innovation Centre, SME Exhibition, Virtual Education Opportunities Exhibition, and a Humanitarian Diplomacy Portal. The Expo in Osaka is expected to attract global attention, with Oman's participation reflecting its ongoing efforts to strengthen international presence and partnerships through cultural diplomacy and technological innovation.
Muscat Daily
26-02-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
3 digital platforms to boost govt services
Together We Progress Forum gives citizens a platform to voice their opinions and concerns Muscat – H H Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham al Said, Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth, inaugurated the 'Together We Progress Forum' on Wednesday, organised by Secretariat General of Council of Ministers. The two-day forum aims to enhance communication between the government and society, review development programmes, and give citizens a platform to voice their opinions and concerns. The event featured two discussion sessions on the first day focused on the economy and development, addressing the upcoming Five-Year Plan, economic diversification and the role of investments in the national economy. Five additional dialogue sessions will cover topics such as governorates' development; the future of professions; the retirement system; culture, sports and youth; and the future of economic diversification sectors. A key highlight of the forum on Wednesday was launch of three national digital platforms aimed at enhancing the quality of government services and improving accessibility. The Tajawub platform is for citizens to submit suggestions, complaints and reports to improve government services; the National System for Planning, Evaluation and Performance Follow-up integrates government agencies to streamline planning, evaluation and monitoring of national goals; and the Unified National Portal for Electronic Services provides access to all government digital services, reducing the need for in-person visits to government offices. Sheikh al Fadhl bin Mohammed al Harthy, Secretary General of Council of Ministers, confirmed that the forum topics were selected through broad community engagement, with over 19,000 citizens participating. Over 7,500 citizens registered online to attend the forum sessions. H E Saeed al Saqri, Minister of Economy, highlighted the impressive growth of the Omani economy, driven by non-oil sectors. He noted that the financial balance plan has bolstered confidence in Oman's investment climate, with foreign direct investments expected to reach RO26bn by the end of 2024. H E Salim bin Nasser al Aufi, Minister of Energy and Minerals, reaffirmed the ministry's commitment to maintaining production capacity in the oil and gas sectors, with operating costs between US$9-$10 per barrel. He also informed that 32% of electricity consumed in Oman is now sourced from renewable energy. H E Saeed bin Hamood al Mawali, Minister of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, stated that the digital economy currently contributes 2% to Oman's GDP, which is expected to increase to 10% by 2040. H E Dr Khalfan al Shuaili, Minister of Housing and Urban Planning, projected Sultan Haitham City would accommodate 500 Omani families by 2026-2027. Plans are also in place for a similar city in Dhofar covering 7mn sqm. Halima bint Rashid al Zaria, Chairperson of Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises Development, noted that SMEs contribute nearly RO9bn to the GDP.
