All countries should take a people-centered approach and develop AI for the positive and for good and should ensure that AI is an important driver for shared prosperity and common security, said Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China, in his speech at the opening ceremony of the 2026 World AI Conference and […]
WASHINGTON: The Sultanate of Oman has achieved a new milestone in the 2026 Environmental Performance Index (EPI), rising to 49th place globally among 180 countries. Oman advanced 6 places up the scale, compared to its 2024 ranking (55th globally). The accomplishment affirms the effectiveness of national efforts to promote environmental sustainability and improve environmental performance […]
MUSCAT: The Council of the University of Technology and Applied Sciences (UTAS) held its third meeting for the academic year 2025/2026 at the university’s headquarters in Muscat on Thursday. The meeting was chaired by Anwar bin Hilal al Jabri, Minister of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, and Chairman of the University Council. The Council reviewed […]
