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Times of Oman
18-06-2025
- Times of Oman
Oman Customs foils cigarette smuggling attempt
Muscat: Oman Customs has successfully thwarted an attempt to smuggle restricted quantities of cigarettes and e-shisha into the Sultanate of Oman by two expatriates. Oman Customs stated: "Hafeet Customs thwarted an attempt by two Indian nationals to smuggle restricted quantities of cigarettes and e-shisha, in addition to more than 600 packs of tobacco derivatives, which were expertly hidden in the compartments of their vehicle. Legal proceedings are underway against them."
Observer
21-05-2025
- Business
- Observer
Al Buraimi Oasis project 72% complete
AL BURAIMI: Al Buraimi Governorate organised its 2025 media briefing as part of its efforts to enhance communication with the media, highlight key developmental achievements made in 2024 and outline future plans for the coming period. The event aimed to strengthen communication channels between the governorate and the community while updating media professionals on ongoing developmental projects and initiatives. This aligns with the principle of transparency and reinforces the media's role in supporting development efforts. Held at the Al Salam Grand Resort in Al Buraimi, the event was attended by several officials and media representatives. It featured a visual presentation about the governorate, followed by a speech by Sayyid Dr Hamad bin Ahmed al Busaidy, Governor of Al Buraimi, who highlighted key indicators for 2024 and the governorate's initiatives. These included the 'Plant Your Home" initiative, the 'Community Partnership" initiative to monitor progress in developmental projects and the collaboration between the Governor's Office and the University of Al Buraimi to organise the 'Job Opportunities Forum" for employment. The event also addressed major achievements and projects, such as the economic zone in Al Rawdah and the Hafeet Rail Network project. Additionally, future plans were discussed, including Al Buraimi Oasis — Downtown Hub project, which is 72 per cent complete. The project features shaded seating areas, pedestrian walkways, green spaces and a reflective pool in front of Al Hila Fort, serving as an iconic aesthetic element. Another project highlighted was the artificial lake, which includes six chalets, a children's play island and a café, with 57 per cent of its construction completed. Eng Moosa Said al Abri, Director General of Al Buraimi Municipality, provided a detailed presentation on key ongoing projects, reviewing progress rates for several infrastructure developments. These include the design and construction of 100 km of internal roads (Phase 2) across the governorate's wilayats and the maintenance of roads affected by recent weather conditions, with remaining work under way. He noted that asphalt road maintenance has been assigned to a company for five years. Other projects discussed were urban beautification initiatives and the automated shading system in the Central Market, which is 100 per cent complete. This project supports small and medium enterprise vendors by providing a comfortable work environment that protects them from weather conditions and enhances their commercial activity. On her turn, Ruqaya bint Rashid al Yahyaeiyah, Director of Planning and Investment at the Governor's Office, highlighted Al Buraimi's key advantages and achievements across various sectors. These include the logistics sector, where the dualisation of Al Buraimi-Mahadha road is under way, with the final concept and design approved and tendering expected soon. She also discussed major investment opportunities in food security, valued at approximately RO 34 million and urban planning. She added that 30 developmental and investment opportunities were presented through the 'Tatweer" platform, targeting 83 beneficiaries in 2025. Additionally, an agreement was signed to develop the Integrated Residential Neighbourhood (Hayy Al Salam) project, a modern housing option that will be provided in accordance with approved regulations to meet growing housing demand and enhance quality of life. The meeting included a dialogue session where media inquiries were addressed and various topics related to developmental and service-related affairs in the governorate were discussed. — ONA
