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US Ambassador hails entry into force of Oman-US FTA
MUSCAT — Oman and the United States marked on January 1 the entry into force of their landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA), heralding the dawn of a new era in mutually beneficial economic ties between the two friendly nations. US Ambassador Gary A Grappo hailed the milestone as a reflection of Washington’s commitment to enhancing diplomatic and economic links...

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Ministry plans to protect water resources
MUSCAT — Taking up the cause of environment further and ensuring the residents of the Sultanate a free flow of basic amenities, the Ministry of Regional Municipalities and Water Resources is poised to have aggressive plans to protect water resources and check its wastage. To achieve its goal the ministry’s ‘information and awareness’ plan is already in place.

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