AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoOman Labour & Jobs: Salalah hosted the Work Forum 2026, launched by the Ministry of Labour at the Sultan Qaboos Youth Complex, as officials praised the National Employment Policy for preparing Oman’s workforce for future labour-market needs. Strait of Hormuz talks: Iran reported progress with Oman on managing maritime traffic and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, with an apparent pause in overnight US strikes tied to diplomacy—though shipping and regional risks remain high. Consumer safety alert: Oman’s ministry warned people to stop using the “Na! Na! Na! Surprise” interactive baby doll (Model 3435) after GCC Ajel flagged chemical health hazards for children. Investment & health-tech links: Oman Investment Authority is expanding into life sciences and medical-device related tech via Cambridge and Oxford innovation ecosystems, while Invest Oman reported RO 460.74m in projects in H1 2026, including healthcare. Dhofar recycling & sustainability: Oman reached about a 39% recycling rate (1.37m tonnes) with 96 recycling facilities operating, as plastic recycling capacity continues to grow. Sports (youth hockey): India won gold in the FIH Youth Hockey5s Asian Championship in Muscat by beating Pakistan 3-1, while India’s women took silver after a 2-4 loss to China.
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