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Observer
3 days ago
- Politics
- Observer
Oman at persons with disabilities programme in US
NEW YORK: The Sultanate of Oman participated in the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) for Persons with Disabilities in New York City, USA. The Sultanate of Oman's participation comes in confirmation of its commitment to supporting the rights of persons with disabilities and enhancing their capabilities. The participation brought together a group of leaders and practitioners in the field of disability representing several institutions, including the Ministry of Social Development, the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, and the Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs, as well as a number of persons with disabilities. It aimed to learn about the American experience in providing programmes and services for persons with disabilities, exchange ideas and experiences, and learn about policies and legislation in place to promote the rights of this group. It also aimed to raise awareness and exchange knowledge between Omani experts and their international counterparts in this field. The programme included a series of workshops and dialogue sessions with experts specialising in the affairs of persons with disabilities, providing participants with the opportunity to develop practical strategies to improve the quality of life for this group in their communities. — ONA
Muscat Daily
28-04-2025
- Politics
- Muscat Daily
Oman adds 15 individuals to domestic terrorist list
By OUR CORRESPONDENT Muscat – The Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs has issued a circular announcing the inclusion of 15 individuals on Oman's domestic terrorist list. The decision follows Targeted Financial Sanctions Committee Decision No. 1/2025, issued on April 28, 2025. The Ministry called on all parties to fully comply with procedures to implement UN Security Council resolutions issued under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter, which aim to prevent and suppress terrorism, its financing, and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. The Ministry also urged immediate review of Decision No. 1/2025 and prompt action regarding the listed individuals, in accordance with National Counter-Terrorism Committee Decision No. 22/2023. The individuals listed are: • Hasaan Abshir Xuuroow – Somali national • Aadan Yusuf Saciid Ibrahim – Somali national • Mumin Dheere – Somali national • Macalin Burhan – Somali national • Ali Ahmed Hussein – Somali national • Maxamed Cali – Somali national • Ahmed Kabadhe – Somali national • Siyaat Ayuto – Somali national • Hassan Yariisow Aadan – Somali national • Mohamed Abdullah Hirey – Somali national • Cabdi Roobow – Somali national • Sheikh Aadan Abuukar Malayle – Somali national • Aadan Jiss – Somali national • Cumar Guhaad – Somali national The Ministry emphasised that full compliance is crucial in safeguarding national security and fulfilling Oman's international obligations in combating terrorism.
Observer
15-04-2025
- Politics
- Observer
Omani elected member of Arab human rights committee
CAIRO: Jamal bin Salim al Nabhani, Director of the Legislation Department at the Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs, member of Oman Human Rights Commission, Chairman of the Committee on Public Rights and Freedoms in the Commission, has been elected as a member of the Arab Charter on Human Rights' Committee of the Arab League for a period of four consecutive years. Al Nabhani's election took place in Cairo, Egypt, during a meeting of states that are party to the Arab Charter on Human Rights. The meeting was dedicated to electing four independent Arab experts to fill vacant seats on the committee's membership, following the expiration of the terms of four of the panel's previous members. The election process was conducted under the direct supervision of the Secretariat-General of the Arab League. - ONA
