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India, Oman trade pact to come into force from June 1; Check what's inside
May 31, 2026
India, Oman trade pact to come into force from June 1; Check what's inside

The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between India and Oman is set to come into force on June 1, marking a significant milestone in bilateral economic relations.

“Rushd” Award for Excellence in Energy Efficiency 2026
May 19, 2026
“Rushd” Award for Excellence in Energy Efficiency 2026

The Ministry of Health has been awarded the “Rushd” Award for Excellence in Energy Efficiency 2026 as part of Oman Sustainability Week 2026 Awards.

Agreement Signed to Fund Robotic Surgery System for Royal Hospital
May 6, 2026
Agreement Signed to Fund Robotic Surgery System for Royal Hospital

The Ministry of Health (MOH) signed today (Wednesday) an agreement with Al Yusr Charity Foundation to finance the purchase of a robotic surgery system for the Directorate General of the Royal Hospital

New pharma plant opens in Nizwa, boosting Oman’s drug security
April 22, 2026
New pharma plant opens in Nizwa, boosting Oman’s drug security

A new pharmaceutical manufacturing plant in Nizwa marks a significant step forward in Oman’s drive to strengthen drug security and local production capacity

SQU study highlights rise of male nurses in Oman
April 18, 2026
SQU study highlights rise of male nurses in Oman

A recent study conducted by Sultan Qaboos University has highlighted the experiences of Omani male nursing students

Tackling tuberculosis
March 23, 2026
Tackling tuberculosis

The Sultanate of Oman will mark World Tuberculosis Day, which falls on March 24 each year. This underscores the importance of enhancing global efforts to prevent and contain tuberculosis

Oman Red Crescent: A major step towards providing humanitarian services
March 18, 2026
Oman Red Crescent: A major step towards providing humanitarian services

 The recent launch of the Oman Red Crescent marks a significant step toward consolidating the Sultanate of Oman’s humanitarian role at the regional and international levels.

MoH announces voluntary recall of specific Danone batches in Oman
March 2, 2026
MoH announces voluntary recall of specific Danone batches in Oman

The Ministry of Health (MoH) announced a voluntary recall and withdrawal of specific batches of Danone products from the Omani market

March 1, 2026
Oman Healthcare Market Research Report: Trends & Forecast (2026-2032)

By Healthcare Expenditure Type (Public Healthcare Expenditure, Private Healthcare Expenditure

Health sector poised for rapid progress
February 23, 2026
Health sector poised for rapid progress

The Sultanate of Oman’s health sector is entering a dynamic phase of advancement, with strategic achievements in 2025 and ambitious plans for 2026 unveiled by the Ministry of Health.

MOH Omanisation at 71.4%, expat staff in specialised fields
February 23, 2026
MOH Omanisation at 71.4%, expat staff in specialised fields

The total number of employees at the Ministry of Health increased from 37,732 in 2021 to 44,298 in 2025, an increase of 17%, reflecting the expansion of health services

The Mindful Fast: Balancing Spirit and Vitality This Ramadan
February 12, 2026by OHE Feature by Swathi Suresh
The Mindful Fast: Balancing Spirit and Vitality This Ramadan

Ramadan is a marathon of the heart and body. Listen to your physical cues; if you feel extreme dizziness, your body is asking for a pause.