Oman–Belarus Cultural Ties: A delegation from Oman, led by Princess Mona bint Fahad Al Said (Sultan Qaboos University), met Belarus’s foreign minister to boost education and cultural cooperation, including plans for reciprocal exhibitions and performances in 2026–2027. Dhofar Education Growth: Dhofar’s education directorate says it’s pushing school infrastructure projects worth over OMR19 million, with 70,686 students across 243 schools and major construction, additions, restoration and maintenance. Inclusive Living in Dhofar: Salalah hosted the fourth “Living Independently” initiative for persons with disabilities, aiming to remove barriers and strengthen access to community services and independent living. Vocational Education Push: An OCCI North Al Batinah seminar focused on vocational and technical education in private schools, linking student skills to labour-market needs and Oman Vision 2040. Workforce Mobility: Oman plans to recruit 10,000 workers from Bangladesh—5,000 in agriculture and 5,000 in fisheries—under a signed labour cooperation agreement. Muttrah Waterfront Lifestyle Development: VA Group secured long-term land rights for an 18.5-hectare mixed-use lifestyle destination in historic Muttrah, designed to blend public spaces, culture and premium residences. Sports & Youth Inspiration: Oman’s wider region news includes Kenya winning the 2029 World Athletics Championships bid, with officials calling it a boost for the next generation.