Monday 28 / April / 2025
Times of Oman brings you the most read stories of last week. Here's what been making headlines in the Sultanate of Oman:
Oman's Director for Promotion of Tourism at the Ministry of Tourism has said, “China is rising, India is rising and Iran too after the removal of the sanctions. There are 100 million people living so close to us. It is low hanging fruit and visa facilitation will be given." The Ministry plans on making it easier to visit Oman as part of the Sultanate's economic diversification plans.
There's more than just stationary speed cameras being employed by the Royal Oman Police to catch those who break speed limits, say officials close to the matter, after many indignant drivers took to social media to complain about how they were being fined by the authorities.
But it's not just those in cars who should watch out for the authorities: jaywalking is considered to be a crime in Oman and the Royal Oman Police have urged people to follow pedestrian safety rules to minimise loss of life and avoid untoward accidents.
With summer around the corner, budget airline Indigo has decided to issue special offers to those travelling to their home countries for the holidays: a time when flights are full and airline fares are at their highest.
And finally, temporary job contracts could boost Oman's economy in the future, as the country attempts to diversify its industries. Implemented under the Tanfeedh roadmap, the plan is expected to be rolled out once government approval has been received.
