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Traffic accidents drop 17% in 2025: NCSI

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The Sultanate of Oman recorded a sharp decline in traffic accidents during 2025, with the total number of reported accidents falling to 1,545, marking a 17 per cent decrease compared to 2024, according to newly released data by the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI). The figures reflect continued efforts by authorities to improve road safety across the Sultanate through stricter enforcement, awareness campaigns and infrastructure upgrades aimed at reducing accidents and protecting lives. Road safety has remained a national priority in recent years as Oman continues to invest in safer highways, smart traffic systems and public awareness initiatives targeting speeding, distracted driving and seatbelt compliance. According to NCSI, Muscat recorded the highest number of traffic accidents in 2025 with 271 cases, followed by South Al Batinah at 246, Al Dakhiliyah at 240 and Dhofar with 237 accidents. Musandam reported the lowest number at 26 cases, while Al Dhahirah recorded 70 accidents.

UN says can feed a million more Afghan children if wars stop @UN #Oman #OmanObserver omanobserver.om/article/118962…

Sponsored post : Sohar International is pleased to announce the signing of a strategic partnership agreement with ewpartners, reinforcing the growing economic and investment connectivity between Asia and the GCC. The agreement was signed by Sohar International’s CEO, Abdulwahid Mohammed Al Murshidi, and Jerry Li, Founder and Managing Partner of ewpartners. This partnership aims to strengthen cross-border financial cooperation, facilitate business flows and trade finance, support industrial projects, and unlock investment opportunities across Oman, the GCC, and Asia, strengthening Sohar International’s role in driving Oman’s economic ambitions, reinforcing the Sultanate’s position as a strategic gateway connecting regional and international markets, while supporting sustainable growth and delivering innovative banking solutions aligned with Oman Vision 2040.

The Sultanate of Oman recorded a sharp decline in traffic accidents during 2025, with the total number of reported accidents falling to 1,545, marking a 17 per cent decrease compared to 2024 @RoyalOmanPolice #Oman #OmanObserver Read more here: omanobserver.om/article/118962…

Madonna, Shakira, BTS to headline World Cup final half-time show #Oman #OmanObserver #Shakira #WorldCup omanobserver.om/article/118961…

India, one of the world's largest sugar producers, has banned exports of the key commodity until the end of September to ensure enough domestic supplies and prevent prices from rising #Oman #OmanObserver #India #exports Read more here: omanobserver.om/article/118962…

Israel, Lebanon to hold further US-mediated talks in Washington #Oman #OmanObserver #Israel #lebanon_israel #Lebanon omanobserver.om/article/118961…

Iran calls on #BRICS member states to condemn what it says are violations ⁠of international law by ⁠the United States and Israel, Foreign Minister Abbas ‌Araqchi says ​in a ⁠statement on ​his Telegram account. @IRIMFA_EN #Oman #OmanObserver #Iran Read more here: omanobserver.om/article/118961…

Nearly 90 killed as storm lashes India's most populous state of Uttar Pradesh #Oman #OmanObserver #India #rain omanobserver.om/article/118961… عبر @omanobserver

Xi tells Trump US, China should be 'partners not rivals' #Oman #OmanObserver #US #China omanobserver.om/article/118961…

EU plans one journey, one ticket for train travel #Oman #OmanObserver #EU omanobserver.om/article/118955…

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Asyad Shipping reported a 41% jump in Q1 net profit to RO 16.1 million, supported by stronger shipping rates and operational performance. The results highlight the growing role of Oman’s logistics and maritime sector in driving economic diversification and global trade connectivity under Vision 2040. omanobserver.om/article/118957… #Oman #Asyad #Shipping #Logistics #OmanEconomy #OmanVision2040

Oman is advancing an updated energy strategy aimed at boosting oil and gas production while accelerating investment in energy transition, innovation and long-term resource sustainability. The strategy supports the Sultanate’s broader goals of energy security, economic diversification and industrial growth under Vision 2040. omanobserver.om/article/118957… #Oman #Energy #OilAndGas #EnergyTransition #OmanEconomy #OmanVision2040