Latest news in Oman? September 22nd, 2026

Here are the latest key news developments in Oman as of September 22nd, 2026:

• Council of Ministers Meeting in Salalah: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik presided over a Council of Ministers meeting at Al Hosn Palace in Salalah, discussing national development priorities and economic directives.

  The Arabian Stories

• Digital Cooperation Organisation Treaty: A Royal Decree was issued ratifying the charter establishing the Digital Cooperation Organisation (DCO), advancing Oman’s digital economy integration and multilateral tech partnerships.

  Times of Oman

• Energy Partnerships in Africa: Following recent state visits by Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to Angola and Botswana, Oman’s national integrated energy group (OQ) advanced major agreements, including joint renewable energy initiatives and oilfield service partnerships.

  The Energy Year

• Strengthened Data Protection Framework: Recent regulatory updates to Oman’s Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) took effect, expanding territorial compliance standards, regulating automated decision-making, and aligning local frameworks closer to international data privacy practices.

  Baker McKenzie

• Hajj and Umrah Preparations: The Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs rolled out strategic updates for the upcoming Hajj season, introducing expanded air transport initiatives and upgraded pilgrim services.

  Times of Oman