AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoOman Innovation Boost: Oman climbed 8 places to 47th in the Global Innovation Index 2026, with standout gains in innovation inputs and strong rankings across investment, clusters, STEM graduates and university-industry research links. Tourism Spotlight: Oman made Lonely Planet’s 2027 “Best for Arabian Hospitality” hotlist, praised for deserts, mountains, coastline and the warmth of Omani hosts. Heritage & Learning: Oman’s Ministry of Culture will host a symposium at Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque on Omani currency and coins, tracing everything from Qarmatian coinage to the shift to paper money. Sports & Youth: The 2nd Oman Football Academies League starts in Dhofar on 1 October, while the 18th Women’s Bowling Championship wraps up in Muscat with team finals. Environment & Law: A Ukrainian influencer faces legal action in Oman after viral footage showed him posing with protected sea turtles and a hatchling at Ras Al Hadd. Education & Careers: Indian Schools Oman’s AVENIR 2026 career and higher-education expo runs 2–3 October in Muscat with universities from Oman, India and the UAE. Business & Lifestyle: SDIC signed a RO38.5m financing deal with IFC for The Plaza at The Sustainable City – Yiti, adding retail, dining, wellness and community spaces.
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