Oman Investment Zones: Oman’s OPAZ issued executive regulations under Resolution 81/2026 to streamline licensing, land allocation, incentives and real-estate rules in special economic and free zones, including clearer standards for “strategic projects” and a faster one-stop-shop process. Gulf Diplomacy: Oman joined a GCC Ministerial Council coordination meeting in New York on UNGA agenda items, aligning Gulf positions on regional security and international developments. Judicial Access: Oman’s Supreme Judicial Council and the commerce ministry released a unified guidance manual for litigation procedures before the Investment and Trade Court, aiming to simplify steps, documents and appeals for investors and businesses. E-Government Integration: A Salalah workshop on “Shared Government Services and E-Integration” highlighted a national platform linking 81 entities and daily data exchange of 1.5 million records. Cyber & Tech: Otech and Kaspersky announced a partnership to expand Oman’s locally hosted cybersecurity services. Culture & Media: NCSI reported Oman’s cultural sector growth in 2025, while Omani film “Rooted” continues festival screenings abroad. Regional Security Shock: A tanker was hit in the Strait of Hormuz, injuring two crew, as shipping risks and energy disruption fears intensify amid US-Iran tensions. Sports & Youth: Oman’s tent pegging team qualified for World Cup finals in Jordan; Oman also opened submissions for the 2026 Omani Film Festival with an AI film competition.