Times of Oman - June 19, 2016

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June 19, 2016 13 Ramadan 1437 AH

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Dhuhr

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7.01pm

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Policeman’s body found in patrol car

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And many expats don’t know when they will be back again, as travel agents and airlines say one-way ticket sales are soaring

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A police officer has been found dead in the Dhofar governorate, the Royal Oman Police (ROP) has confirmed. The police officer was found dead in his patrol car in the early hours of Friday after colleagues launched a search to locate him. >A2

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Hard work pays, says motivational speaker

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Mutassem Sultan Al Sharji, a motivational speaker, is a hidden gem in this beautiful nation.

From accomplishing himself at school and excelling at university in Australia, to leaving a well paid and settled job in a government company to explore more. >A6

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Oil price dip and lack of new projects have hit the companies in Oman hard, forcing them to retrench workers to cut costs

reji@timesofoman.com rahuldas@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: Thousands of migrant workers are booking one way tickets home as the Sultanate’s economic slump bites.

The dip in global oil prices leading to austerity measures and a lack of new-build projects in Oman has spurred one-way ticket sales as thousands of expatriate

5,000 workers from a single company have been sent back home due to the economic downturn in Oman

workers leave for good, say travel agents and airlines.

Work camp bosses and midlevel officials of construction companies in the Sultanate of Oman have confirmed that due to lack of projects, hundreds of workers are being sent back daily to their home countries.

“In my camp in Sohar, there were more than 800 workers. As the company is not getting any new projects, they all are being sent back in phases. Now, includ-

ing me, only a dozen are left. It is quite hard to see this. I have also been given notice. Tough times,” the camp boss said, on condition of anonymity.

In the last six months, at least 5,000 workers have been sent back to their home countries by his firm, company officials confirmed.

“If there are no projects, what else can be done. The oil price dip has hit us hard,” the camp boss added. >A7

Experts recently gathered in Muscat to review the success in building a poultry industry in Oman, as well as to discuss the industry’s growth throughout the region.

The meeting of Osool Poultry SAOC, a breeder poultry project, was chaired by Eng. Saleh Mohamed Al Shanfari. >B1

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Pregnant woman loses baby in stabbing case

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Staff Reporter MUSCAT: A pregnant woman lost her unborn baby after her sister-in-law allegedly stabbed her in the stomach, the Royal Oman Police (ROP) has confirmed.

An official source at the ROP said a family dispute between the pregnant woman and her sisterin-law in Khaboura led to the pregnant woman suffering a serious injury in the stomach which

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John was the sole breadwinner: Binu REJIMON K

reji@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: “I just want my John’s body back. I want to see him, whatever the condition. Please help us in sending back the body as early as possible,” said Binu John, the wife of the Indian expat who was reportedly murdered.

John Philip, an Indian national and a fuel station staff, had been missing since June 10 and was found dead in Masrooq, near Ibri, by the police last Wednesday.

“John was the sole breadwinner of our family. On June 10, he had called me at around 7:30pm (Indian time). Everything was okay then. On Saturday, I was told that he was missing. We all prayed for his safety. We didn’t think that this tragedy would have happened to him,” Binu told the Times of Oman.

“Why did the almighty do this to us? He was good to everyone. We have not done anything wrong to anyone. Now, we are

alone and stranded. Our children are young too,” Binu added.

“We never thought this would happen to us. I have to take up the responsibility. I will too. Who else will take care of my mother and little sister,” John’s son, a 17-year-old pre-university student, said.

John’s younger daughter is studying in Class V. Jacob Philip, John’s brother, said at the moment, their only request to the government authorities is to repatriate the body as soon as possible. >A2

resulted in the loss of her unborn baby. The victim was transferred to the Sohar hospital where she is in stable condition.

In her statement to the police, the accused said that she was defending herself when the victim tried to stab her with a knife.

The brawl resulted in the injury to the victim in her stomach by mistake, the accused reportedly told the police. The accused has been arrested for legal action.

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Policeman’s body found in patrol car in Dhofar region FAHAD AL GHADANI

fahadnews@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: A police officer has been found dead in the Dhofar governorate, the Royal Oman Police has confirmed.

The officer was found dead in his patrol car in the early hours of Friday after colleagues launched a search.

The body was taken to the Sultan Qaboos Hospital and the car in which his body was found is being examined.

An ROP spokesman, writing on the force’s official Twitter account, said: “Regarding what has been spread on the social media, the investigation shows that the cause of death is a shot triggered from the rifle by mistake.”

Rain, sandstorm in different parts of the Sultanate Four people trapped in a vehicle in an overflowing wadi in Andam have been rescued, the Public Authority for Civil Defence and Ambulance tweeted

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EXPECT MORE: In its forecast

for Sunday, the Meteorology Department has also predicted rain in Dhofar and in areas adjoining the Al Hajar mountains.

– Photo courtesy @WeatherOman

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MUSCAT: While rain fell in Mudhaibi leading to overflowing of wadis and disruption of traffic in the region, Manah and Andam were hit by a sandstorm, weather enthusiasts reported.

The sandstorm in Andam was followed by rain during which four persons were trapped in an overflowing wadi but later rescued.

Four people trapped in a vehicle in an overflowing wadi in Andam have been rescued, the Public Authority for Civil Defence and

Ambulance (PACDA) tweeted on its official twitter handle. “They were rescued by an earth-mover,” the PACDA tweet added.

“It rained in the afternoon and it was windy too. In many places, traffic was disrupted due to overflowing wadis,” Mussab Al Wahaibi from WeatherOman, a Twitter handle, which discusses weather patterns in Oman, said. “At many places, there were sand storms too,” Al Wahaibi added.

According to Oman’s Meteorol-

ogy Department, rain is predicted along the coastal areas of the Dhofar governorate and in the adjoining mountains and also in areas adjoining the Al Hajar Mountains.

In its forecast for Sunday, the Meteorology Department has also predicted rain in Dhofar and in areas adjoining the Al Hajar mountains.

PAC D A T W E E T

Bushfire in Bahla, no casualties Staff Reporter MUSCAT: A bushfire was doused by the Public Authority for Civil Defence and Ambulance (PACDA) personnel in Bahla on Friday; the authority tweeted on its Twitter handle.

“There were no casualties,” the official tweet added.

Meanwhile, a massive fire at a furniture workshop in Buraimi was extinguished by the authority without any casualties on Thursday night.

In a different fire incident, one person suffered moderate injuries after fire engulfed a truck in the Wilayat of Adam and another minor fire in an oil truck at Saham neighbourhood was also extinguished.

JOHN PHILIP

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“We want to conduct final rites for him. Indian embassy officials in Muscat have told us that they will coordinate with the local authorities and send us the body. We are waiting for that,” Philip added.

An Indian embassy official in Muscat said the sponsor will be coming to the embassy to carry out the paperwork to repatriate the body.

“We are coordinating with the sponsor and the local authorities. We are trying our best to repatriate the body as early as possible,” the official added.

On Thursday, the ROP had tweeted that six Omani suspects have been arrested over the alleged kidnapping and murder of John.

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Ministry of Higher Education has made the changes in view of violations committed by certain universities and recognition of others

MUSCAT: Several changes have been made to the list of recommended higher education institutions by the Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE) in Oman.

This has been done based on the violations committed by certain universities and the official recognition of others.

Oman’s MoHE decided to include Sunway College (Johor Bahru) and Sunway University to the list of recommended Malaysian higher education institu-

CONTROVERSIAL MOVIE

‘Udta Punjab’ movie release gets delayed Times News Service MUSCAT: Bollywood fans in Oman might miss the latest controversial Indian movie in cinemas, which released worldwide on Friday.

The film ‘Udta Punjab’ was not released in Oman last Thursday as scheduled. “There is a court case in progress back in India; so the distributors are not releasing the movie until further notice,” a City Cinema spokesman said.

Officials at Star Cinema are, however, hopeful that the movie will be in cinema halls by this weekend (June 23). “We hope it will be in cinemas this Thursday.

It had already gotten a green signal last week in the UAE (United Arab Emirates),” an official from Star Cinemas said.

There were concerns over whether the movie, directed by Abhishek Chaubey, would be showcased in the Oman, after a CITY CENTRE MALLS

Malls set for Qaranqasho celebrations Times News Service MUSCAT: A Qaranqasho event will be hosted by City Centre Muscat and City Centre Qurum on June 20 and 21 from 8pm to 11pm.

The celebrations at the two Majid Al Futtaim shopping malls in Oman will see families dress their little ones in traditional clothes and receive sweets and treats to take home.

Qaranqasho, a time-honoured Omani custom recognised on the 14th and 15th day of the Holy Month of Ramadan, not only marks the middle of the blessed month, but is also a unique practice to motivate and encourage young children to observe fasting.

During the much awaited celebrations, children and families visiting the malls will be able to enjoy special activities and hum compositions for sweets as is traditionally done in neighbourhoods throughout the Sultanate.

Fostering culture The initiative highlights the City Centre malls’ commitment to fostering the Sultanate’s culture and traditions and reinforcing the company’s vision for creating great moments for everyone, every day.

City Centre Muscat and City Centre Qurum are open from 10am to 1am throughout Ramadan, and offer a wide range of Arabic and international dining options for Iftar or Suhur.

City Centre Muscat is the first and largest lifestyle shopping destination in Oman, attracting more than 10 million visitors annually.

With a total of 70,484 square metres in retail space, City Centre Muscat is home to more than 200 international and local lifestyle brands, many of which have made their debut in the Sultanate. Major stores at the malls include the Carrefour hypermarket, Home Centre, Marks & Spencer, Zara and Sun & Sand Sports.

censorship row erupted in India in the last few days. “We had a hunch that we may not able to see the movie in Oman. And now my feeling has come true,” Sobha, who is an ardent lover of Bollywood films, said.

‘Udta Punjab,’ starring Shahid Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Kareena Kapoor, was locked in controversy after the Indian censor board suggested more than 80 cuts in the movie, suggesting it was politically motivated. The film’s Producer Anurag Kashyap approached the Indian courts, which finally approved the release of the movie, with “one cut.”

Meanwhile, things got worse when the film was leaked online before its release in India. Rumours suggest it was a copy given to the censor board, with the body’s watermark on it. The makers have tried to do some damage control by getting some of the online links blocked.

tions. In addition, Cardiff Metropolitan University in the United Kingdom has also been added, on the condition of it being in fulltime study mode.

Not recognised MoHE also decided to exclude a group of institutions of India from the list, as they are not recognised by the education authorities in India. A university in Pune, to which the group is linked, was also removed from the list for committing a number of violations.

An American management and technology university was

deemed unrecognised by Oman’s MoHE for being a fake institution, and a hotel and tourism management institute in Switzerland was dropped for not being officially recognised by the Swiss authorities.

The ministry has also decided to not equate some degrees from certain universities in India, Switzerland, and Australia.

The Ministry had recently announced a decision to stop dealing with some higher education institutions in Jordan, which are located in the Irbid area due to security reasons, until further notice.

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7:01 Permissible and Forbidden/ Halal and Haram Halal is an Arabic word meaning lawful or permitted. The opposite of halal is haram, which means unlawful or prohibited. In reference to food, halal is the dietary standard as prescribed in the Holy Quran, which includes only consuming meat and poultry that was slaughtered in an Islamic way and dishes that do not contain haram or forbidden substances like alcohol. Though often used to refer to foods, halal and haram are universal terms that apply to all facets of life. During Ramadan, Muslims strive to avoid all that is haram, from lies and bad words, to acts of unkindness.

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Drinking enough fluids helps prevent dehydration while fasting and it also can reduce sugar cravings for a healthier Iftar. Drink at least two litres or eight glasses of fluids each day with two 8-ounce glasses at Iftar; four glasses in between Iftar and Suhoor (but not more than one glass per hour); and two glasses at Suhoor.

TODAY’ S VERSE

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(Holy Quran 2:195)

P LACE O F WORSHI P Ramadan presents a great opportunity to go pray in beautiful houses of worship that you might not otherwise see. Whether for Taraweeh prayers or Dhuhr, this month, take time to pay a visit to one of Muscat’s architectural monuments of faith.

{Jama’ a Al Sultan Taimur Bin Faisal} This majestic grand mosque was build and opened under the patronage of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos in 2012, and was named after his Majesty’s grandfather. It’s the largest mosque in Al Ma’abela and is eye-catching with its serene cream colour-palette and dome adorned with modern Islamic drawings in a blend of peachy pastel colours.

The entrance is huge and spacious, swung wide open for Friday prayers.

W HE RE TO S P E ND YOU R Z A K AT The literal meaning of Zakat is ‘to cleanse’ or ‘purification’. In the Islamic faith, Zakat means purifying your wealth for the will of Allah; to acknowledge that everything we own belongs to Allah and to work towards the betterment of the Muslim Ummah. According to Islamic regulations, Zakat is 2.5% of one year’s total cumulative wealth.

Zakat is not always financial, and can include everything from volunteering your time to giving an encouraging word, but when it comes to financial donations to the less fortunate, it can be difficult to decide which causes speak most to your heart. Here we will highlight worthy causes to help you decide.

{ Spotlight: Al Rahma } WHAT THEY DO:

Al Rahma Charity Organisation is a grass-roots charity that is based in Al Khoudh and mobilises people via facebook to help the needy both in Oman and abroad.

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*This mosque has a Ladies’ Prayer Hall

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{From Mecca to Hira } 570 CE Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was born in Mecca. Scholars agree that Rasool Allah (PBUH) was born on a Monday.

610CE, at the age of 40, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) received the first revelation while meditating in a cave in Mount Hira, located on Jabal anNur near Mecca where he was visited by the Archangel Gabriel who revealed to him a verse from the Holy Quran.

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Can tourism replace oil income in the Sultanate?

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ourism certainly has the potential of taking over the burden of powering Oman’s economy and replacing its dependence on income from oil.

Oman is the second country in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, after the United Arab Emirates (UAE) that welcomes an increasing number of tourists every year. Out of the 9.3 million passengers arriving in the country in 2015, about 36 per cent were tourists.

At the moment, the share of the tourism sector in the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is 2.2 per cent. The good news is that according to the latest report of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), the tourism industry’s contribution to the GDP is expected to rise by an average of 6.1 per cent annually by 2025.

Key values The sector employs about 44,500 workers, mainly in hotels, tour and travel agencies.

Many experts now believe that the Sultanate has the ability to create a chain of key values in tourism to wipe out reliance on crude oil as the primary source of revenue.

Heritage sites The national heritage and its natural beauty are two areas

that are most qualified to expand the wider area for both domestic and international investments. Oman is famous for its United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO)-recognised heritage sites, white sandy beaches, rugged mountains, old souqs and the royal opera house in the capital.

The southern city of Salalah attracts a million tourists a year from GCC countries in the summer months from July to September during the Khareef season.

The government has already unveiled plans to construct new resorts to cater to the rising number of visitors. The Oman Tourism Development Company is working on a plan to establish 12 new tourism projects across the nation.

Private sector These projects include water parks, the renovation of castles and forts and building eco-tourism resorts. However, some experts feel that most of Oman’s tourism spots are neglected despite the efforts of the government to expand the sector. They blame the private sector for not taking the lead in developing the industry. On top of that, corporate lending is not supporting the drive to bring in more tourists that would lead to a greater degree of employment.

For the sector to grow rapidly, tourist companies need to be adequately funded to raise their contribution to higher levels. The government has created ample investment opportunities in the past, but the cash-strapped private sector cannot strive because the local financial institutions do not believe there is serious potential in the tourism business.

Lack of financing Apart from the heritage point of view, tourists come to Oman for sports, such as rock climbing, snorkelling, trekking and windsurfing, but this is an area that has experienced slow growth in development due to a lack of financing.

While the government is working on building infrastructure, such as hotels and large resorts, the real success largely depends on small tourism companies and how they sustain their business. The campaign “Make Oman Your Next Destination Choice” can really work provided local companies get the support they need.

Increasing diversity It is obvious that the diversity of nationalities coming to Oman is increasing every year, thanks to the Ministry of Tourism’s international marketing campaign, but the challenge is to ensure a steady growth in the industry. To become a major contributor to the economy, tourism’s dynamics must change. Business attitudes need to change as well.

Young entrepreneurs need to understand the magnitude of the task and benefits of running a successful tourism business. In this respect, there is a need to educate the would-be entrepreneurs that Oman can no longer guarantee jobs for its local people the way it used to in the past.

They need to know tourism could well be Oman’s economic Plan B that would effectively counterbalance the financial problems stemming from lower oil prices.

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I left the job because it lacked intellectual stimulation and challenges, I didn’t feel that there was much meaning in the job and I wanted to be out there inspiring the world Mutassem Sultan Al Sharji, a motivational speaker

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Parking space crunch hits Muttrah Souq business: Shopkeepers FAHAD AL GHADANI MOBIN MATHEW BLESSON

fahadnews@timesofoman.com mobinmathew@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: Merchants at the Muttrah Souq say their businesses are endangered because of a lack of parking space.

“Parking difficulties have forced many of our customers to buy goods from hypermarkets and malls, even though they know they can buy goods cheaper at the souq,” Harris Hussain told Times of Oman.

According to many shopkeepers, they are not currently busy, even though it is the Holy Month of Ramadan.

“There are days when we are

LACK OF SPACE: It’s very hard to find parking space near the souq

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not able to earn a rial. Even today, I opened the shop at nine in the morning and there is no business,” said Sadiri, said a shop owner.

“We are forced to close our

shops at 10PM because of no business,” he added.

Most of the shop owners in the souq say if this situation continues, business in the souq will

worsen. “Many commuters consider it a lottery to find parking,” noted Rafeeq, another merchant at the souq. “Some customers drop their families near the souq and go around for hours to find a parking slot,” he added.

According to Jamal PK, who works as a salesman in a perfume shop, it’s very hard to find parking near the souq after 5PM. “In the past, most of our customers came from different parts of Oman, such as Seeb, Barka, Quriyat, and Sur, but now the number has decreased,” said Siddique, who owns more than seven perfume shops in the souq.

He added that many customers have been fined for parking their cars illegally, and this makes them

think twice about shopping at the souq. “Even residents living near the souq won’t go out after 5PM in their own cars because it is very hard to find a parking place later,” Mohammed Gafoor told Times of Oman.

According to merchants, the closed parking building, which is near Oman Arab Bank at Muttrah, could solve the parking issue if it was opened to the public.

“It (parking building) can accommodate more than 300 cars and could solve this issue, to a large extent,” Jabeer, who has worked as a salesman for the last 20 years, told Times of Oman.

The market sells everything from traditional clothing, ornaments, bags, perfumes, toys, crock-

ery to mementoes, say shop owners, which is why many people prefer shopping at the souq.

“The parking issue is the main problem that is holding back customers,” Jabeer added.

“We are hoping that business will be better after Ramadan, as people will receive their salaries next week,” added Nasser, another shopkeeper.

There is a move to establish parking lots at Muttrah Souq, as well as at Ruwi, according to an official at the Muscat Municipality.

“Buildings, including government offices, will be replaced by parking slots for Muttrah Souq visitors,” according to Ibrahim Al Hsani of the media department at Muscat Municipality.

Hard work pays, says motivational speaker always pays off in the end.”

Al Sharji now plans to encourage reading among the Omani population through the upcoming EE Intellectuals Programme and by creating reading clubs.

His biggest support has been the late religious scholar and motivational speaker, Sheikh Khalfan Al Esry.

Growing up in a religious family Al Sharji was nurtured with good values and a love for reading, a habit which helped him get through school with excellent grades Mutassem Sultan Al Sharji, a motivational speaker.

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deeba@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: Mutassem Sultan Al Sharji, a motivational speaker, is a hidden gem in this beautiful nation.

From accomplishing himself at school and excelling at university in Australia, to leaving a well paid and settled job in a government company to explore more and challenge himself further, this man has done it all.

He was recently featured in a book entitled “Arabs Unseen,” along with 10 other personalities from across the Arab world. The book was launched in January this year.

The book is authored by Mohammed Mahfoodh Al Ardhi, a prominent Omani, who is a Harvard graduate and the executive chairman of Investcorp, the chairman of the National Bank of Oman and former native head of the Royal Air Force of Oman (RAFO).

Growing up in a religious family, with a well read father, who was his main source of inspiration, Al Sharji was nurtured with good values and a love for

reading, a habit which helped him get through school with excellent grades.

Cultural understanding After completing his school education, he moved to Curtin University of Technology in Australia where he mingled with students from different religions, ethnicities and backgrounds, a phase that helped him become more tolerant and develop a good cultural understanding.

When he returned to Oman, Al Sharji was offered a job with a government tech company. Despite being paid well in his new office, Al Sharji did not get comfortable in the work zone, and always looked forward to exploring all the riches the world had to offer.

With such thoughts in mind, he quit his job, upsetting friends and family who were against the decision.

“I left the job because it lacked intellectual stimulation and challenges, I didn’t feel that there was much meaning in the job and I wanted to be out there

inspiring the world, and I always felt like I was not working up to my full potential.”

He later started an organisation called “Enriching Experience,” a knowledge sharing entity, through which he aims to create a platform for people to share and receive knowledge, for the purpose of enriching the mind.

“What makes it unique is the culture we’ve created, with no intention to debate but instead to learn from each other and grow.”

At 28, married with a beautiful wife, Al Sharji is also working with consultancy apart from managing his organisation.

“I’m working with a proper management consultancy in the field of consultancy and training. I’m also working as a parttime consultant for the Qatari organisation: Silatech. Moreover, I’m coaching karate twice a week, more to come after Eid,” he said happily.

Although it was a challenge setting up his organisation, he has overcome all difficulties with persistence and patience.

Enriching Experience “To be honest, it was tough in the beginning and we, the members of Enriching Experience, had to contribute money from our own pockets to conduct the first event in 2015. But things got better this year and we were able to get sponsorship from the National Bank of Oman for our annual event. Hard work with dedication and the mindset to ‘just do it’

Inspiring legends “Khalfan Al Esry (May Allah have mercy on him) is my number one inspiration. My parents, older siblings, my cousin Ali Khalid and the inspiring legends, who changed the world, including Muhammed Ali, motivate me.”

Al Sharji said religion has played a huge role in his life, “I was brought up in a religious household and I would say that the Holy Quran and Prophet Muhammed (Peace Be Upon Him) inspired me a lot to seek wisdom and live with integrity and according to a set of moral standards.”

Leadership positions A visionary, Al Sharji also wants to see more Omanis take up leadership positions across the world. “I would love to see people more empowered in their careers (regardless of what that is), even if it was something not recognized as a career, such as raising children. I dream of seeing Omanis becoming thought leaders in the region and the world. I dream that we have more of those who contribute to the intellectual discussion in various fields around the world be it scientific, social or political.”

His last words, “My advice for the younger generation is to constantly clarify your ambitions in life, to work hard and to be patient. Good things are destined to be recognized and come. Don’t be fooled by an overnight success, especially with the ideals of social media popularity. We all have our insecurities and we are all perfect with our imperfections.”

G L O B A L S H A P E R S M U S C AT

Shaping youth for the good of community and country TARIQ ZIAD AL HAREMI

tariqh@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: Believing that young people are the future of any nation, Global Shapers Muscat are working to promote young people’s opinions to explore how they can change their communities for the greater good.

Global Shapers Muscat is taking part in a global survey to determine how young people understand the world and can change it. Since it is a group that commits to demonstrating leadership on issues of importance to the community, the promotion of youth should be taken seriously, they say.

Giving her opinion about changing Oman, Fathiya Al Rasadi, one of the 13 members of Global Shapers Muscat, said a change in the education system in Oman could help young people become more self-educated, rather than their being only guided by educational institutions.

“I believe there must be changes in the education system and ways of teaching to make stu-

dent more independent in seeking knowledge so that they could more easily manage their college studies,” said Al Rasadi.

“In order for the country to be developed and cope with changes, education and health care has to be better and able to adapt to changes,” added Al Rasadi.

Fatima Al Sabahi, another member of Global Shapers Muscat, noted that some laws need to be changed, such as the two year ban for working expats.

“Laws that lead to brain drain in the country (need to be changed) as we need these people to stay in Oman because we can definitely benefit from them,” said Al Sabahi.

Fatima Makki, also a Global Shapers member, hopes to see change in Oman, including “the approach to managing systems in Oman that is objective and valuebased, rather than an approach based on an abstract set of principles with little relevance to their practical applications.”

Makki noted, “These changes are already happening, and I think we, as Global Shapers, can

become a catalyst.”

“I believe in being global shapers, that is one of our goals, and to show people in Oman how easy it is to impact positively on the life of others by providing a positive atmosphere, while leading the way,”said Ahmed Samara, another member.

“I would urge youngsters to look at more than just gaining employment as their career or goals.

Instead, pay attention to society, the environment and any issue they feel plagues the nation at any given point, said Mehreen Shaikh.

“Considering how much potential the local youth has, it would be a foundation of great ideas and most impactful for the nation if they made tackling impending issues their own mission,” she added. So far, 148 countries have responded to the survey. Global Shapers Muscat is hoping to register 200 young people.

Those aged 18-35 can take part in the survey at bit.ly/MuscatShapers or by visiting Global Shapers Muscat on Facebook or Twitter.

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Private sector active insured are 211,370 A majority of those insured were in the age category of 26 to 30 and comprising 24.3 per cent of the total active insurance covered population whereas their average salary stood at OMR648

MUSCAT: The number of active installations covered by the Social Insurance System for May, 2016 stood at 16,056, according to the latest statistics released by the Public Authority for Social Insurance (PASI).

The number of active insured people at the private sector in Oman stood at 211,370 while the total registered cases at the end

of May, 2016 stood at 25,097. A majority of those insured were concentrated in the age category of 26 to 30, comprising 24.3 per cent of the total while their average salary was OMR648.

End of service cases that include service termination or resignation or transfer to another employer and service termination due to death or disability and ter-

mination for other reasons stood at 23,712 at the end of May, 2016.

The number of such persons within the Social Insurance System for the Gulf Cooperation Council citizens was 1,746 at the end of May, 2016.

Pension systems This reflects an awareness of the Omani worker of the importance of pension systems and social insurance systems that provide security and future protection for the worker and his family.

The number of insured Omanis working abroad and their equivalents stood at 37.

The number of Omanis working for their own business and their equivalents was 8,860 due to their preference to adopt private projects and joining entrepreneurship.

This contributed in developing SMEs via availability of social

umbrella that provides the youth with security to practice their ideas and innovations.

Beneficiaries As for the beneficiaries of insurance, the number of cases for accumulative salaries at the end of May, 2016 was 12,778.

Cases of aged constituted 40.3 per cent of the total salaries, followed by death cases resulting from non-vocational causes by 39.9 per cent, disability cases caused by non-vocational causes by 18.5 per cent whereas salaries of vocational disability cases 3 per cent and salaries of vocational death cases 4.4 per cent at the end of May 2016.

The number of cases that received insurance benefits due to work injuries stood at 245 as traffic accidents cases comprised 37.1 per cent of the total at the end of May 2016. -ONA

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A foreman in Muscat from the same company said that he has also been served a termination notice.

“I worked for more than 12 years here, and have not seen such a situation. I have family to be taken care of. I’ll have to find a new job at my age, which will be a challenge too,” the foreman said.

According to Shahswar Al Balushi, the Chief Executive Officer of Oman Society Contractors, there is huge dip in the number of new projects in Oman due to oil price dip and this has led to retrenchment of workers.

Recurrent projects “We can’t quantify how much is the dip. But we can clearly say there is a dip. Recurrent projects like building hotels and flats are not happening much in Oman now. These kinds of projects keep the industry alive, which will help companies to continue their operations,” Shahswar added.

A trade union leader confirmed that until the end of 2015, they have come across many cases of workers being left high and dry.

“Until the end of 2015, we have come across many cases of workers getting stranded due to job loss in Oman,” Saud Salmi, chairman of oil and gas sector workers unions in Oman, said.

Travel agents confirmed that more people are buying a one way ticket home instead of return tickets for their travel.

“On some flights we are seeing around 50 people travelling with a one way ticket,” confirmed Deepal Pallegangoda, Country Manager Oman, Mihin Lanka.

He attributed this to job losses in Oman and labourers not buying return tickets when they are heading for annual holidays.

“Only white-collar workers are buying return tickets,” Pallegangoda told Times of Oman.

Mihin Lanka is not the only airline suffering from the crisis.

PIA Shahzad Paracha, country manager of Pakistan International Airline (PIA) Oman, confirmed that their round trip business has dropped because of the low oil

prices. “This is a point of concern and we hope that the crisis will be over soon,” he said.

He added that lots of people are going back to their country, and so one way travel has considerably increased.

“I can’t say exactly how many people purchase one way tickets but a rough estimate suggests that it will be around 60 to 65 per cent on some of the flights,” he said.

“So they are all buying one way tickets as they are not sure when the holidays will start and end,” travel agents said.

A spokesperson for Air India also confirmed that “one-way travel” has gone up in recent months.

Low-cost carriers According to travel agents, the airlines had been trying to compete with low-cost carriers by offering incredibly low one-way tickets prices on select flights.

“Some of them are taking advantage of that and are buying one way tickets so they can be flexible on their return tickets,” a

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3.6 per cent rise in fixed telephone lines in Oman MUSCAT: The Sultanate’s total number of fixed telephone lines, including post and prepaid, public, WLL, and ISDN channels registered a growth of 3.6 per cent, as of the end of April, compared with the end of 2015.

The fixed telephone subscriber base stood at 450,443 at the end of April, up from the end of 2015, while the number of telephone lines was pegged at 446,918 last March, according to the figures issued by the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI).

Among fixed lines, fixed prepaid (card fixed) telephones witnessed a growth of 8 per cent, taking the total to 60,475 lines, while post-paid connections stood at 336,175.

The Sultanate had a total of

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6,801 public telephones by the end of April this year. The number of integrated services digital networks (ISDN) stood at 45,238, whereas the number of wireless fixed lines slipped 1 per cent.

The number of mobile subscribers at the end of April rose by 0.2 per cent to 6,661,166 from

2015. Prepaid mobile subscribers by the end of April 2016 stood at 6,063,434, up from 6,045,312 in March last year, while postpaid mobile connections stood at 597,732 by the end of April, up slightly from 597,558 subscribers at the end of March last year.

The number of internet subscribers at the end of April rose to 256,834, from 252,886, a year ago in March.

The number of subscribers for fixed broadband, including DSL and Wimax-leased lines experienced a 9 per cent fillip at the end of April to reach 254,178 subscribers.

NCSI data also showed a growth of 4 per cent in the number of active mobile broadband subscribers to over 3,385,544 at the end of April, up from 2015. -ONA

travel agent in Ruwi said.

Deepal from Mihin Lanka also said this trend has started affecting the airline.

“It has started affecting the operational costs of the airline as not many people are coming to Oman as there are few opportunities available here,” he added.

An expatriate worker who went to India travelled on a oneway ticket from Muscat.

“It was a hospital emergency case. My wife was admitted to hospital. When I checked with travel agents here, the return ticket price was too high. I couldn’t afford it at that time. So, went on a one-way ticket,” Kiran Kumar, said.

“While returning, I purchased ticket from India. It was cheaper than what was required here,” Kiran added.

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Wild cat shifted to breeding centre MUSCAT: The rare wild cat found in Oman was shifted to the wild animals breeding centre of the Royal Diwan Court, according to the Ministry of Environment and Climate Affairs (MECA).

Few weeks ago, MECA, in cooperation with a citizen had captured the animal in the Musandam governorate.

Dr Khalid Al Rasbi, a wildlife expert at the breeding centre, said the cat (Felis Silvestris) lives in mountainous areas of Oman.

This breed is known to be more active at night and feeds on rodents, birds and reptiles, according to Al Rasbi.

He said that its mating season starts in winter when male and female wild cats meet for short period of time before splitting up.

A female gives birth to between two and four kittens after an estimated pregnancy period of 62 days.

While most big cats like leopards

and lynxes are on the endangered list due to hunting, these wild cats existence is threatened by cross breeding with pet cats.

The breeding centre will launch a breeding programme to bring more wild cats into Oman and possibly, send them back to the wild in the future.

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Yemen’s warring factions swap 194 prisoners in Taiz The threat from an

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Egypt court hands Mursi another life sentence CAIRO: Egypt’s former president Mohamed Mursi was handed another life sentence on Saturday, after a court found him guilty of espionage and leaking state secrets.

Mursi, leader of the outlawed Muslim Brotherhood, has already been sentenced in three other cases, including the death penalty for a mass jail break during the 2011 uprising against former president Hosni Mubarak and a life sentence for spying on behalf of Palestinian group Hamas.

The court on Saturday also said the death penalty had been approved for six others accused alongside Mursi, including three journalists sentenced in absentia.

Two other defendants that had worked in Mursi’s office were sentenced to life in prison.

The sentences are the latest in a crackdown on the Muslim Brotherhood since an army takeover stripped Mursi of power in 2013 following mass protests against his rule.

Prosecutors argued Mursi and his aides were involved in leaking sensitive documents to Qatari intelligence that exposed the location of weapons held by the Egyptian armed forces. All of the defendants can appeal the verdicts to the Egyptian Court of Cassation, the country’s highest civil court.

Serious threat Relations between Qatar and Egypt have been icy since July 2013 when Egypt’s then-army chief Abdel Fattah Al Sisi overthrew Mursi. Sisi says Brotherhood poses a serious threat to security despite the crackdown, which has weakened what was once Egypt’s most organised political group. — Reuters

enemy may be galvanising the Houthi and progovernment forces’ efforts to cooperate

RIYADH: Houthi and pro-government forces exchanged nearly 200 prisoners in Taiz in central Yemen on Saturday, the largest such swap to take place in the embattled city since the beginning of a civil war last year, local sources said.

The exchange of 118 Houthis and 76 pro-government fighters, will raise hopes that a ceasefire declared in April may be taking hold in Yemen’s third largest city after repeated violations by both sides.

The threat from an emerging common enemy may be galvanising the two sides’ efforts to cooperate.

IS militants appear to be behind a rapid uptick in suicide attacks and Al Qaeda fighters continue to hold sway over swathes of Yemen, which abuts Saudi Arabia.

Fighting between the Houthis and supporters of the internationally-backed government of President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi has eased in much of Yemen since they announced the truce before the start of UN-sponsored peace talks in Kuwait.

But the fighting has continued in Taiz, with neither side able to extend control over the entire city.

A rocket attack there in early June killed 12 civilians and wounded more than 122 others after it hit a busy market.

The conflict in Yemen has raged since March 2015, when a Saudiled alliance intervened to try to restore Hadi to power after the Houthis advanced on his temporary headquarters in Aden and forced him to flee to Saudi Arabia.

The talks in Kuwait have made

REUNION: A man hugs his son after his release with other pro-government fighters in a prisoner swap between pro-government forces

and Houthis in Taiz in central Yemen on Saturday. — Reuters/Stringer

little progress towards ending the war, which has killed more than 6,200 people and displaced more than 2.5 million, causing a severe humanitarian crisis.

More than 14 million Yemenis, more than half of the country’s population, are in need of emergency food and life-saving assistance, according to a report this month by the United Nations and the Yemeni government.

Saudi Foreign Minister Adel Al Jubeir said on Thursday the kingdom now sought to prioritize fighting IS and other militants in Yemen over its desultory arm-wrestle with the entrenched Houthi insurgents. — Reuters

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RELIEF: Pro-government fighters gather as they greet comrades released in a prisoner swap between

pro-government forces and Houthis in Taiz in central Yemen on Saturday. - Reuters/Stringer

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Aleppo region fighting kills 7; Syria rebels capture 3 villages BEIRUT: At least seven people died in rebel shelling of a neighbourhood of the Syrian city of Aleppo held by the Kurdish YPG militia at dawn on Saturday, a monitoring group said, as rebels took territory to the south.

More than 40 people were also wounded in the attack on the Sheikh Maqsoud area, the Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said, a district next to the only way in and out of rebel-held parts of the northern city, the Castello road.

An escalation in air and artillery strikes in recent weeks around the road has made it virtually impassable, putting hundreds of thousands of people in Aleppo under effective siege.

Hundreds of people have been killed in Aleppo since peace talks broke off in April, as Syria’s President Bashar Al Assad seeks to regain control of what was Syria’s largest pre-war city, now split between rebel and government sectors.

Rebels have said in the past their attacks on Sheikh Maqsoud were in response to YPG attempts to cut the Castello road.

The YPG controls nearly all of Syria’s northern frontier with Turkey and has been a close ally of the United States in the campaign against IS in Syria.

Many rebels in western Syria do not trust the YPG because they say it cooperates with Damascus rather than fighting it, an accusation the YPG has denied.

Sheikh Maqsoud has been under intense bombardment since mid-February which has killed more than 132 civilians and injured around 900 more, the Observatory said. A 48-hour ceasefire in Aleppo announced by Russia on Thursday has had little

DETERMINED: Fighters of the Syria Democratic Forces stand inside a building near Manbij, in Aleppo Governorate, Syria, on Saturday. — Reuters

Many rebels in western Syria do not trust the Kurdish YPG militia because they say it cooperates with Damascus rather than fighting it, an accusation the YPG has denied

impact on fighting and air strikes and shelling have continued in and around the city since then.

Three people, two of them children, died and more than nine people were injured by barrel

bombs dropped from helicopters in the city, the Observatory said on Saturday.

The White Helmets, a group of civil defence emergency workers operating in rebel-held areas, said on Twitter one of their buildings in Haritan, in the north Aleppo countryside, was hit by an air strike on Saturday.

There were no injuries.

Significant losses The Observatory also said on Saturday that rebels had captured three villages south of Aleppo from government control - Zeitan, Khalsa and Barna - causing significant losses among government forces and their allies.

The villages are near a main highway within rebel territory linking Aleppo with the capital Damascus to the south.

They lie in an area captured by government forces at the end of last year in a large offensive assisted by regional militias and Russian air power. — Reuters

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Three women pilots make their way into IAF fighter stream HYDERABAD: Creating history, three women pilots of the Indian Air Force (IAF) — Avani Chaturvedi, Bhawana Kanth and Mohana Singh — in a first, were commissioned in the fighter stream of the flying branch on Saturday.

Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar, who was chief guest at the combined graduation ceremony at Air Force Academy, Dundigal on the city outskirts, termed the event as a “milestone” wherein for the first time three women pilots are commissioned in combat role. “...It is a red letter day, it is a golden letter day...”, he said. Favouring total gender parity in armed forces, Parrikar, however, said, “there are technical and administrative difficulties which we are likely to face in certain areas, so, step by step we will see that this parity is achieved. Number will depend on how many we can accommodate depending on our infrastructure”.

Expressing happiness, the three women pilots, who successfully completed pre-commissioning training by the Flight Cadets of various branches of IAF, said they are feeling “good and fortunate and consider themselves lucky.” - PTI

Rajan says no to second term; industry terms it nation’s loss Reserve Bank of India Governor Raghuram Rajan said no to a second term in the post, a surprise decision the industry and opposition parties termed as Raghuram Rajan

nation’s loss

MUMBAI/NEW DELHI: Buffetted by political attacks coupled with unending speculation over his continuance, RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan on Saturday said no to a second term in the post, a surprise decision the industry and opposition parties termed as nation’s loss.

Ruing that his work on containing inflation and cleaning up books of the banks was “yet to be completed”, Rajan said,

“While I was open to seeing these developments through, on due reflection, and after consultation with the government, I want to share with you that I will be returning to academia when my term as Governor ends on September 4, 2016.”

Speculation has been rife over whether Rajan, former IMF Chief Economist known to have predicted the 2008 global financial crisis, would get a second term after BJP leader Subramanian Swamy launched a no-holds barred at-

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Mallya seen at book launch event attended by India’s UK envoy LONDON: Declared a proclaimed offender in a money laundering case and wanted in India, business tycoon Vijay Mallya was spotted at a book launch event at the London School of Economics this week that was attended

by Indian High Commissioner Navtej Sarna, causing flutters back home.

Social media was in a frenzy after it emerged that Sarna, who was one of the special guests at the event on Thursday evening to mark the launch of socialite Suhel Seth’s new book, was also present at the event when the business tycoon arrived.

As television news channels showed pictures of Sarna and Mallya in the hall where the event was held, questions were raised over the presence of the high commissioner at an event where a personality wanted by enforcement agencies in India was also present. While Suhel Seth contended that it was an open event at the LSE, where anyone could

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The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) also got into the act when it issued a statement, saying Sarna left the event without waiting for the interactive session after he spotted Mallya.

“When the High Commissioner spotted Mallya in the audience he left the stage and venue immedi-

ately after making his comments and without waiting for the interactive session,” the MEA said in the statement.

The MEA said, “there were two clear segments - the book launch

by UK Minister Jo Johnson and discussion at LSE and later a reception at the High Commission for select guests.

“The list of invitations for the LSE event was determined by LSE. They have written to the High Commissioner that Mallya was not on their list. They have also said that the event was advertised widely through social media and attendees were not required to register in advance.

“Mallya was certainly not an invitee to the reception at the High Commission for which the invitations were issued by the High Commission, and was not present.” Seth took to Twitter to also stress that Mallya was not an invited guest at the event, which was an event open to anyone who wanted to attend. - PTI

tack on him recently accusing him of destroying economy with his hawkish stance on interest rates.

Swamy had also questioned whether Rajan was “mentally, fully Indian” as he holds a US Green Card, among other allegations.

Fifty-three-year-old Rajan, who took charge as RBI Governor in September 2013 with a three-year term, had also ruffled feathers in the saffron camp with his outspoken views on issues like intolerance and his remarks about India being ‘one-eyed king

in the land of blind’.

While Finance Minister Arun Jaitley called for restraint in public criticism in the wake of Swamy’s attacks, BJP President Amit Shah said the newly-nominated MP’s remarks were his personal opinion. Answering questions on another term for Rajan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had said that this “administrative subject” should not be an issue of interest to the media and it “will come up only in September”.

In his letter to colleagues, 53-year-old Rajan, appointed by the previous United Progressive Alliance Government in September 2013, said he“will, of course, always be available to serve my country when needed”. Decision of Rajan, who was called a rockstar central banker, immediately set off speculation about his successor and the impact it could have on stock and bond markets when they open on Monday morning.

Jaitley, who had earlier steadfastly refused to discuss in public the issue of a second term for Rajan, welcomed his decision saying he respects it and said the government appreciates his good work. A decision on successor to Rajan would be announced shortly, he said.

Former finance minister P. Chidambaram, during whose term Rajan was appointed, said he was disappointed and profoundly saddened by his decision against a second term, but he was not surprised by the development.

“I am disappointed and profoundly saddened by the decision of Dr Raghuram Rajan to leave the RBI on completion of his term on September 4, 2016, but I hasten to add that I am not surprised at all,” he said in his reaction.

The senior Congress leader said the government had invited this development through a craftilyplanned campaign of insinuations, baseless allegations and puerile attacks on a distinguished academic and economist.

“As I had said sometime ago, this government did not deserve Dr Rajan. Nevertheless, India is the loser,” he added.

Top industry leaders, including Anand Mahindra, Deepak Parekh, NR Narayana Murthy, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw and Mohandas Pai, said it will be “nation’s loss” as Rajan brought economic stability and enhanced India’s credibility on the world stage.

Surprisingly, there were no comments from industry chambers like CII and FICCI. - PTI

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JOINT INAUGURATION: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing the gathering at joint dedication

of renovated stadium in Jaffna, Sri Lanka through video conferencing in New Delhi on Saturday.

Union Minister for External Affairs, Sushma Swaraj and other dignitaries are also seen. - PTI

COLOMBO: India strongly believes that its economic growth must bring benefits to its neighbours, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday as a stadium in Jaffna renovated by India was jointly inaugurated by him along with Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena.

While thanking India for its assistance, Sirisena said Lanka was committed to strengthening bilat-

eral relations even though there may be wrong understandings and interpretations at times. Modi, along with Sirisena, inaugurated the Duraiappah Stadium, named in honour of a former Mayor of Jaffna late Alfred Thambirajah Duraiappah. The stadium, in disuse since 1997, has been renovated by the Indian government at a cost of over Rs70 million.

Describing it as a “landmark day”, Modi assured Sri Lanka that India will “walk side by side” with the country as it charts its own path to progress and prosperity for all its citizens.

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rity, peace, harmony security and equal opportunity and dignity prevails throughout the country among all its peoples,” Modi said on the occasion, speaking via video-conferencing from New Delhi.

“Our relations are not limited to the confines of our two governments, they reside in the rich context of our history, culture, language, art and geography.

“India strongly believes that its economic growth must drive and bring benefit to its neighbours,” he said. Modi said the modern tools of communication have enabled 1.25 billion people of India and the friendly people of Sri Lanka to “join in this celebration”.

“After a wait of nearly 20 years your applause and cheers will once again rekindle the soul of Duraiappah stadium. Even while we are sitting thousands of kilometres away in Delhi, we can feel the pulse of vibrancy, an atmosphere of change in Jaffna,” Modi said.

The renovated stadium, with a seating capacity of 1,850, will provide the necessary infrastructure to promote sports and recreational activities and assist the overall development of the youth of the war-ravaged Northern Province.

“The Duraiappah Stadium is not just brick and mortar. It is a symbol of optimism and economic development. An arena of prosperous and healthy future of Jaffna’s youth. It demonstrates your determination to shed the legacy of violence and pursue the path of economic progress,” the prime minister said. President Sirisena thanked the Indian government for its assistance and support for Sri Lanka’s development. - PTI

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‘No threat to polio-free status of India’ NEW DELHI: Amidst concerns over resurfacing of polio cases in India, the WHO on Saturday said there is “no threat” to the polio-free status of all South East Asian region countries, including India, and the detection of a rare strain of the crippling disease is “not unusual”.

Noting that all the countries including India maintain a “high vigil” for the detection of the disease, the World Health Organisation’s South-East Asia Regional Office (WHO SEARO) said that no child has been afflicted by wild poliovirus since the last case was reported from West Bengal in January, 2011.

“All countries in the region continue to maintain a very high vigil for poliovirus detection. As part of this, environmental surveillance collection of samples from sewage - is being conducted regularly from 30 sites across seven states in India,” it said in a statement.

There is “no threat” to the poliofree status of all South East Asian region countries, including India, it added. The statement comes after a 6-year-old child of Padrauna village in Gaisdi in Balrampur district in Uttar Pradesh was admitted to a hospital on suspicion of polio, following which the state health officials have sent a report to the WHO. - PTI

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In Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, nine out of every ten residents is an expatriate. Should these countries’ governments continue to invest heavily in developing indigenous labour forces, with the aim of decreasing dependency on foreign workers? The extraordinarily high proportion of foreign labour within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries is often considered problematic, because, as some see it, it threatens local cultures and national identities, holds down wages, and impedes the development of domestic skills and talent. With so many trades and professions dominated by relatively cheap overseas labour, the indigenous population is often left with few occupational domains offering competitive wages. These tend to be predominantly in the public sector, where oil revenues are used to maintain high pay and attractive working conditions. But an important dimension of the policy debate within the region risks being overlooked: The Gulf States’ large foreign populations are not just workers; they are also consumers. By inflating the population of the countries in which they live, expatriate workers are helping drive economic growth.

In fact, the GCC benefits from a double expat dividend: not just a diverse consumer base on the demand side, but also a flexible, youthful workforce on the supply side.

As a result, following the rapid decline in oil prices of recent years, companies could lay off thousands of workers without having to worry about raising the unemployment rate or putting a substantial burden on government coffers.

This unique feature of GCC labour markets enhances the region’s ability to adapt and adjust to fluctuating economic cycles. Because GCC countries can afford to expand their workforces without running the risk that the share of their elderly population will increase over the long run, they enjoy constant young-to-old and consumer-toproducer “support ratios.”

Moreover, public and private investment in the region – in infrastructure, education, health, and

other services – has been geared toward the existing consumer base, inflated by the expat population. Those inflows are now causing the GCC population to grow four times faster than in emerging markets and the United States, seven times faster than in China, and ten times faster than in the eurozone. This trend is expected to continue, with annual population growth in the GCC averaging 1.8 per cent – twice the average for emerging markets. And, according to an IMF study, population growth in the Middle East and North Africa between 1970 and 2000 has raised the annual rate of growth of output per effective consumer by about 0.5-0.6 percentage points.

Larger consumer markets have sufficient economies of scale and diversity to make the introduction of new products and services into the region economically viable. They have the added benefit of generating what the economist Amar Bhidé calls venturesome consumption: demand-led entrepreneurship and innovation.

Economies of scale also allow the delivery of health, education, and other services, such as entertainment and leisure, at lower prices. And larger markets provide a greater incentive for investors and traders to enter, and for governments to provide new public goods. If not for expat populations in rural and remote areas, there would have been little reason to invest in roads, schools, and hospitals – let alone parks, libraries, and theaters.

GCC countries have made such investments for the past four or five decades, and ongoing construction projects in the GCC are estimated to run in the trillions of dollars. In education, enrolment in K-12 schools across the GCC rose from 2.7 million in 2003 to 10.7 million in 2012, a compound annual growth rate of 16.5 per cent. Investment in this sector stands at around $150 billion. In health care, total spending in the region is expected to increase to $133 billion per year by 2018.

The foreign population also provides a humancapital dividend to the local population, as talented expats introduce knowledge and innovation in sectors that the GCC wants to develop. - Project Syndicate

CLIPPINGS FROM OUR ARCHIVES JUNE 2001 Khamis opens two-day environment conference MUSCAT: Dr Khamis bin Mubarak Al Alawi, minister of regional municipalities, environment and water resources, opened at Muscat Inter-Continental Hotel yesterday a conference entitled ‘Environmental Horizons’. The two-day event is being organised by the ministry in cooperation with the International Trade Centre in Muscat. In an opening address, Mohammed bin Khamis Al Araimi, director-general of environmental affairs, said the designation of the year 2001 as the Environment Year by His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said reflected the continued keenness of His Majesty in conserving and protecting the environment.

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1963: Soviet cosmonaut, Valentina Tereshkova, becomes the first woman in space.

1965: Air Marshall Nguyen Cao Ky becomes South Vietnam’s youngest premier at age 34.

1995: The Richmond Virginia Planning Commission approves plans to place a memorial statue of tennis professional Arthur Ashe.

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OMANI PASSPORTS NEW AND RENEWAL ISSUED (2014)

99,332

Muscat

49,860

North Batinah Al Dakhliyah South Batinah

34,512 25,408

South Sharqiyah

22,011

Dhofar

20,766

Al Dhahirah

18,462

North Sharqiyah

16,967

Al Buraimi

14,876

Musandam Al Wusta

Total

4,575 1,557

308,326

Source National Centre for Statistics & Information

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PAKISTAN FOREIGN INVESTMENT

China hikes investment despite other nations pulling out KARACHI: Foreign direct investment (FDI) increased 10.5 per cent in the first 11 months of 2015-16 on a year-on-year basis, according to statistics released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).

Pakistan received FDI of $1,083.6 million in July-May, which is $103.3 million higher than the FDI received in the same 11-month period of the preceding fiscal year.

With almost all countries that had traditionally invested in Pakistan now pulling out their investments, China has increased its FDI as part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

More than half of the total FDI that Pakistan received in JulyMay of 2015-16 originated from China alone. FDI from China amounted to $571.2 million in the first 11 months of the fiscal year, which is up 144.2 per cent year on GAS PIPELINE

China cuts cost estimate for Gwadar LNG pipeline ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has clinched a gas pipeline deal at a lower price as China Petroleum Pipeline Bureau, a Chinese company, has revised the cost of laying the pipeline downwards to $1.3 billion after negotiations with the government in Islamabad.

According to an official, Pakistan and the Chinese company had initialed an agreement for building a liquefied natural gas (LNG) pipeline from Gwadar, but the company has now lowered the contract price to $1.3 billion compared to $1.5 billion quoted in the financial bid given to Inter-state Gas Systems.

Earlier, China had expressed concerns over the slow progress being made in awarding the contract for the LNG pipeline.

“The revised cost is even less than the cost at which gas utilities – Sui Northern Gas Pipelines and Sui Southern Gas Company – are augmenting their existing pipeline network to enhance the transmission capacity to 1.2 billion cubic feet per day,” the official said.

China Petroleum China Petroleum Pipeline Bureau, which was designated by the Chinese government, brought down the cost estimate for laying the pipeline as well as installation of compressors after holding talks with a negotiation committee constituted by the government of Pakistan.

A revised PC-1 of the project has been approved by the Central Development Working Party of the Planning Commission. Now, the project has been sent to the Executive Committee of National Economic Council for formal approval.

Official said Pakistan will negotiate a loan agreement with the Export-Import Bank of China that has already made an offer in this regard. He said the gas utilities were working on extending the pipeline network at a cost of $1.1 billion that amounted to $34 per inch metre, but the cost of building the Gwadar LNG pipeline was $32 per inch metre. - Express Tribune

FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT: With almost all countries that had traditionally invested in Pakistan now pulling out their investments, China has increased its FDI as part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). - File photo

reveals the year-on-year growth remained “concentrated in crossborder mergers and acquisitions” for at least the first six months of the fiscal year. According to the SBP’s latest quarterly report, the FDI in greenfield projects stayed

in the first 11 months of 2015-16.

FDI clocked up at $64.3 million in May, up 9.1 per cent from the FDI received in the preceding month.

Although the increase in the FDI appears satisfactory in percentage terms, a closer look at statistics

year and equals 52.7 per cent of the total FDI Pakistan received over the same period.

Statistics show the rise in the FDI from China has largely offset the decrease in direct investments from the rest of the world

shows. China’s nomination of Sinopec for LNG deal with Pakistan worries officials The largest net outflow of FDI in July-May was recorded in petro chemicals (-$136.1 million) followed by metal products (-$53.8 million), food (-$20 million) and IT services (-$15.8 million). China was followed by United Arab Emirates ($151 million), Hong Kong ($130.6 million) and Italy ($92.7 million) as the largest contributor to the FDI in July-May. The largest increase in FDI in July-May was in the category of power, which attracted $532.9 million, up 194.4 per cent from a year ago. Other sectors that attracted substantial FDI in the first 11 months of 2015-16 were oil and gas exploration ($246.6 million), telecommunications ($71.9 million) and beverages ($63.9 million). — Express Tribune

Border reopens after 5 days of Afghan-Pakistan clashes The fighting, which has killed at least four people, erupted at Torkham gate after the two sides disagreed over a Pakistani plan to build a new barrier at crossing

NANGARHAR (Afghanistan): The main crossing along Afghanistan’s disputed border with Pakistan reopened on Saturday after nearly a week of deadly clashes between the two countries’ security forces, officials said.

The fighting, which has killed at least four people, erupted at Torkham gate after the two sides disagreed over a Pakistani plan to build a new barrier at crossing.

Afghan border guards started ‘unprovoked firing’ at roughly 9 on Sunday to disrupt the construction of a gate on the Pakistani side of the border. Cross fire along the border caused casualties on both sides.

NORMAL TRAFFIC: The flow of traffic resumed to normal soon after the border reopened, following which officials on both sides

checked necessary documents of people travelling across the border and also gave immigration visas to them.–

Resuming trade According to reports, the curfew was lifted after leaders of the two neighbouring countries met earlier to discuss possible solutions for the issue. Both sides opened their gates at the border to resume trade activities.

“To reopen the pass there were central and regional level negotiations,” Attaullah Khogyani, a spokesperson for Afghanistan’s Nangarhar provincial governor, said on Saturday.

The flow of traffic resumed to normal soon after the border reo-

pened, following which officials on both sides checked necessary documents of people travelling across the border and also gave immigration visas to them.

Earlier, Kabul had apparently refused to send to Islamabad its national security adviser and foreign minister, invited for discussion in the wake of the recent clashes between the security forces of the two neighbouring countries after Pakistan started building a gate at Torkham border

as part of its new border controls.

Pakistan Prime Minister’s Adviser on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz on Thursday spoke to Afghan National Security Adviser (NSA) Hanif Atmar over phone and invited him and Afghan Foreign Minister Salahuddin Rabbani for talks on the current situation at Torkham border amid the ongoing tension.

Afghan National Security Council spokesperson Tawab Ghorzang also confirmed the Pakistani invitation but said Af-

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ghan government has decided to send instead a delegation under Deputy Foreign Minister Hekmat Khalil Karzai.

Kabul’s move appeared to suggest that the Afghan government is not keen to have meaningful engagement with Pakistan, commented a senior government official while requesting anonymity.

The official, however, made it clear that Pakistan would welcome any Afghan delegation as it had no intention of prolonging the

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tensions along the Torkham border. “The Afghan government has not yet officially responded to the invitation extended by the prime minister’s adviser,” he added.

No date has been announced for the visit. - Agencies

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‘Faulty’ airport design stirs debate ISLAMABAD: Senate has debated the faulty design of the new Islamabad airport and that the government has not moved against the designers and contractors.

Senator Nauman Wazir pointed out faulty design of the airport during Friday’s session. He told the House that the distance between two runways of the airport was shorter than what international specifications stipulated.

This means that at a time, only one aircraft could land at the airport.

He lamented that the government has yet to take action against the designers, builders and engineers of the airport despite the flaws. He demanded an investigation.

After listening to arguments from the members, Senate Chairman Raza Rabbani referred the matter to the concerned standing committee to give its report in the first week of the upcoming session.

A report on the national energy

‘virtually flat’ in nominal terms in July-December. The United States has traditionally been a big source of FDI, but that trend is changing now. As opposed to making fresh investments in Pakistan, they are now pulling out their money instead. US investors have pulled out $71.9 million from Pakistan in the first 11 months of 2015-16, although net inflows from the world’s largest economy amounted to $197.1 million in the same period of the last fiscal year.

Pakistan has faced low levels of foreign investment in recent years.

The State Bank of Pakistan has called an increase in FDI ‘imperative’ for the sustainability of the economy’s external sector.

Other major outflows of FDI were from Saudi Arabian (-$91.6 million), Egyptian (-$41.7 million) and German (-$32.4 million) investors in July-May, SBP data

SCANDAL Senator Nauman Wazir pointed out faulty design of the airport during Friday’s session. - File photo

efficiency and conservation bill, 2016, was presented by the committee chairman Senator Sardar Yaqoob Khan Nasar in the House.

“The conservation and efficient use of energy is pivotal for the development of Pakistan,” reads the report.

“It (Pakistan) has great potential to alleviate the adverse effects of shortage of energy supply causing serious energy crisis in the country and for this purpose, it is imperative to establish institutions and stipulate mechanisms

and procedures for effective conservation and efficient use of energy in Pakistan,”.

Senator Wazir explained that the Senate had referred the bill to the committee, which in turn constituted a sub-committee. But the report was presented in the house without including the sub-committee’s recommendations owing to a procedural fault.

The Senate chairman reminded that the bill was due to lapse before the next session of the House,

hence the committee rushed through the report otherwise the bill will have to be referred to a joint session for approval. However, the chairman discouraged such practice in the future.

The Senate, however, passed the bill. It also passed the Deposit Protection Corporation Bill, 2016. The government withdrew a bill to amend the Fiscal Responsibility and Debt Limitation Act, 2005 [The Fiscal Responsibility and Debt Limitation (Amendment) Bill, 2016].

Leader of the Opposition Aitzaz Ahsan said the government has agreed to place it before the senate, however, it was decided that while the bill may pass, it will not be a money bill. Minister for Law Zahid Hamid, however, argued that it was a money bill. “There is no doubt that this is a money bill,” he said, referring to Article 73 of the Constitution to substantiate his point. — Express Tribune

Finance minister seeks Rs10.4t to service debt ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Ishaq Dar on Friday placed a demand before National Assembly for borrowing a whopping Rs10.4 trillion in new fiscal year to service maturing public debt while announcing the withdrawal of a controversial amendment in the income tax law.

The minister faced great difficulty in delivering the budget windup speech due to thin presence of members of the National Assembly – proceedings were twice disrupted after opposition lawmakers pointed out that members present were less than the minimum required strength of 86.

Deepening internal rifts in the ruling party in absence of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif appeared to be one of the reasons behind thin presence on treasury benches.

Dar also announced more incentives for agriculture sector, govern-

ment servants and low-grade army personnel while promising to increase the salaries of the members of parliament after consulting with Prime Minister Nawaz.

Last week, the opposition dubbed the clause ‘Maryam law’, alleging that it was a “move to give backdoor escape to the prime minister’s daughter, Maryam Nawaz, in the Panamagate scandal”.

Dar also presented a Rs10.4 trillion demand to service and repay the domestic and foreign debt.

The demand was presented as ‘Charged Expenditure’, in which the National Assembly can only debate but cannot veto the spending bill. Out of Rs10.4 trillion, an amount of Rs1.36 trillion is booked in the budget as cost of debt servicing. The remaining sum will be directly raised from international and domestic markets to pay off the past debt. — Express Tribune

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LEBANON: Lebanese piano player Rami Khalife performs during a concert with Lebanon’s Philharmonic Orchestra in Beirut, Lebanon, on Friday. Described as one of the most exciting composers of his generation; In October 2011, the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra, under the conductorship of James Gaffigan, premiered Khalifé’s ‘Chaos’, for orchestra and piano, with Khalife at the helm as a soloist. In February 2013, Rami Khalife’s Arab Spring-inspired ‘Requiem’ was premiered by the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra and The Leipzig Radio Choir, to great critical acclaim Rami Khalife actively tours his eclectic musical projects across the United States, South America, Asia, Canada, Europe and Australia. – Reuters

FRANCE: The village of Angles-sur-l’Anglin, western France, as an agreement for the preservation of its castle was signed. Angles-surl’Anglin is a commune in the Poitou-Charentes. It has been selected as one of the most beautiful villages of France. The Château d’Anglessur-l’Anglin is a ruined castle dating back to the 11th century, originally constructed for the Bishop of Poitiers. A total of about 155 villages across mainland France and two in Corsica have been given the prestigious ‘most beautiful villages of France’ award. – AFP

INDIA: Chaluvali Vatal Paksha leader Vatal Nagraj holds radish during a protest against the price hike of vegetables and groceries in Bengaluru, India, on Saturday. – PTI

BRAZIL: A model presents creations by Osklen during the first CHINA: Participants strike a pose during a group yoga session at a park in Beijing, on Saturday. Several hundred Chinese yoga

enthusiasts participated in a mass yoga session on Saturday morning to mark International Yoga Day, which falls on June 21. – AFP

edition of Rio Moda Rio at the Museum of Tomorrow in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Friday. – AFP

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WORLD Jo Cox murder suspect said during attack: ‘Keep Britain independent’ The British lawmaker, an ardent supporter of EU membership, was shot and stabbed in the street in her electoral district in northern England on Thursday TRIBUTES: People view tributes in memory of murdered Labour

Party MP Jo Cox, who was shot dead in Birstall, at Parliament Square in London, Britain on Saturday. — Reuters

LONDON: The man charged with murdering British lawmaker Jo Cox gave his name as “death to traitors, freedom for Britain” when he appeared in court on Saturday accused of a killing that could be a defining moment in a vote on European Union membership.

The murder of Cox, a 41-yearold mother of two young children, has shocked Britain, elicited condolences from leaders around the world and raised questions about the tone of campaigning before the EU referendum which takes place next Thursday.

Cox, an ardent supporter of EU membership, was shot and stabbed in the street in her electoral district in northern England on Thursday.

Wearing a grey sweat shirt and trousers and flanked by two security guards, 52-year-old Thomas Mair was asked his name by a clerk at Westminster Magistrates’ Court in London.

“Death to traitors, freedom for Britain,” Mair said.

When asked again what his name was, Mair calmly repeated: “My name is death to traitors, freedom for Britain.”

“Bearing in mind the name he has just given, he ought to be seen by a psychiatrist,” Deputy Chief Magistrate Emma Arbuthnot told the court.

Mair, balding with a grey goatee beard, made no further comment in the 15-minute hearing, his first appearance in public since police arrested him in the town of Birstall, Yorkshire, where Cox was killed.

His brief comment in court furthered suggestions that the attack was politically-motivated as it echoed the message put forward by those supporting a so-called Brexit that leaving the EU would be a vote for freedom.

The case is also being by handled by the counter-terrorism unit of Britain’s Crown Prosecution Service.

Stabbed, shot Prosecutor David Cawthorne told the court that those who witnessed the attack said Cox had been repeatedly stabbed and then shot three times as she lay on the ground.

Her attacker was heard saying “Britain first, Keep Britain independent, Britain always comes

first,” Cawthorne said.

When he was arrested by police he told them “I’m a political activist”, the prosecutor told the court.

Material relating to far right ideology was found in a search of his home, Cawthorne said.

Mair is charged with murder, causing grievous bodily harm, and possession of a firearm and a knife.

He was remanded in custody and will appear at London’s Old Bailey court on Monday.

The killing has shocked the nation.

Both sides have temporarily suspended campaigning ahead of Thursday’s vote, which has far reaching implications for both the EU and Britain.

A British exit from the EU would rock the bloc - already shaken by differences over migration and the future of the euro zone - by ripping away its second-largest economy, one of its top two military powers and by far its richest financial centre.

Pro-Europeans, including former prime ministers Tony Blair and John Major, have warned that an exit could also trigger the break-up of the United Kingdom by prompting another Scottish in-

G L O B A L WA R M I N G

Speed of ice sheet thaw stuns Kerry in visit to Greenland ABOARD THE HDMS THETIS (Greenland): Standing near Greenland’s Jakobshavn glacier, the reputed source of the iceberg that sank the Titanic over a century ago, US Secretary of State John Kerry saw evidence of another looming catastrophe.

Giant icebergs broken off from the glacier seemed to groan as they drifted behind him, signaling eventual rising oceans that scientists warn will submerge islands and populated coastal region.

Briefed by researchers aboard a Royal Danish Navy patrol ship, Kerry appeared stunned by how fast the ice sheets are melting.

He was struck by the more dire warnings he was hearing about the same process underway in Antarctica. “This has been a significant eye-opener for me and I have spent 25 years or engaged in this issue,” Kerry said on the deck of the HDMS Thetis with Denmark’s Foreign Minister Kristian Jensen during the two-day visit that ended late on Friday.

Kerry made his first visit to this part of the Arctic to witness the effects of climate changes and press the need to implement the Paris climate accord. He has called climate change “the world’s most fearsome weapon of mass destruction”.

The United States chairs the Arctic Council, a forum created in 1996 to tackle issues arising from increased Arctic activity.

Paris agreement The landmark Paris agreement included commitments by most nations to reduce carbon emissions contributing to climate change but lacked any enforcement mechanism, leaving open who will pay costs that will rise into the trillions of dollars.

“What we did in Paris...is critical now to be implemented, but it is not enough,” he said.”We have to all move faster in order to embrace new energy policies that are sustainable, that are clean, all of which are there for the using if governments and private sector make the right choices.” By visiting Greenland and Svalbard

EXTENT OF CLIMATE CHANGE: US Secretary of State John Kerry

looks out during a tour to the Jakobshavn Glacier and the Ilulissat Icefjord, located 250 km north of the Arctic Circle, June 17, 2016, in Ilulissat, Greenland. — AFP/Scanpix/Bent Petersen

in Norway’s extreme north this week, Kerry focused on some of the most visible impacts of climate change.

“There is no mistaking that we are contributing to climate change, we human beings have choices that can undo the damage,” said Kerry.”There is profound change throughout the Arctic.”

Jakobshavn is one of the world’s biggest glaciers and the most active in the Arctic, where ice sheets are melting at a rate faster than ever before.

David Holland, a New York University scientist studying changes on Jakobshavn, explained that the glacier could retreat by about 100 kilometers over the next 100 years if the thawing of its ice sheet continues at its current pace.

If Greenland’s ice sheets all melted, that would raise sea levels by about 6 meters (20 feet) over thousands of years.

That is modest compared to what could happen if Antarctica

keeps thawing, said Holland.

Two developments in recent days show the magnitude of the challenge.

For the first time in 4 million years, levels of carbon dioxide - a heat-trapping gas produced by burning fossil fuels - hit 400 parts per million in Antarctica, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

The threshold shows the rising levels of climate pollution.

Gigantic transformation Last week, temperatures in Greenland’s capital hit a record 24.8 degrees Celsius for a single day in June, according to records dating back to 1958. Worldwide, 2016 has set repeated monthly records after a record warm 2015, according to NASA. “This is a gigantic transformation that is taking place,” said Kerry.”You can see it with the naked eye, you see it where the ice has retreated from just in the last 15 to 20 years.” — Reuters

IN THE DOCK: A prison van holding Thomas Mair leaves West-

minster Magistrates’ Court in London, Britain on Saturday. — Reuters

dependence vote if England pulled Scotland out of the EU. Prime Minister David Cameron joined Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn on Friday to lay flowers in Birstall.

“It is a vile act that has killed her,” Corbyn said.

Pay triburtes Cameron has agreed to recall parliament on Monday to allow lawmakers to pay tributes to the popular Member of Parliament (MP), who was only elected in 2015.

The murder has sparked debate in Britain, which has strict gun controls, about the safety of lawmakers, the heightened tempo of political confrontation and any impact on the EU vote.

Both sides in the referendum contest have put on hold their national campaigns until at least Sunday.

Polls have suggested the vote hangs in the balance, but in the last week a series of surveys have indicated that the campaign to leave had been taking the lead.

A telephone survey by BMG for Scotland’s The Herald newspaper on Saturday showed the “In” camp

on 53 per cent and “Out” on 47 per cent, although a separate online poll by BMG showed Out leading by 10 points, with 55 per cent support compared to In’s 45 per cent.

Both polls were carried out before the killing of Cox. Those wanting to stay in the EU can count on the support of many of Britain’s biggest businesses, most economists and foreign leaders such as US President Barack Obama, who spoke to Cox’s husband on Friday to offer condolences.

The International Monetary Fund, which has previously warned that Britain and the world economy could be hit by a socalled Brexit, said on Saturday an exit could leave Britain’s economy more than 5 per cent smaller by 2019. However, the “Out” campaign’s message that EU membership is responsible for a loss of political control as well as uncontrolled immigration appears to have struck a chord. Members of the ‘Out’ campaign say Britain would prosper if it broke free from what they say is a doomed German-dominated bloc that punches way below its weight. Both sides have accused each other of making

up facts to support their case, and debates had become more heated and personal in the days before Cox’s death, with London Mayor Sadiq Khan telling Sky News politics had become “poisonous”.

Cox had arrived in Birstall for an advice session with constituents in a public library.

Bernard Carter-Kenny, a 77-year-old who had taken his wife to the library, intervened to try to protect Cox after she was attacked and is in hospital after being stabbed in the stomach. Armed police patrol Westminster, where lawmakers do much of their work in parliament, but there is often no security in their home electoral districts, or constituencies.

The last British lawmaker to have been killed was Ian Gow, who died after an Irish Republican Army (IRA) bomb exploded under his car at his home in 1990.

The Daily Telegraph newspaper reported that women MPs had repeatedly raised concerns about their security with Cameron’s office, with one writing to say if it was not improved there would be a “tragic fatality”.

Police have said they had reiterated advice and guidance to MPs, some of whom have cancelled surgeries after the killing of Cox, a former charity worker whose job took her to countries such as Afghanistan and Darfur.

In Birstall, hundreds of bouquets of flowers were laid in the town centre with locals still stunned by what had happened.

“Over the last few weeks the debate about Europe has not been what it should be,” local vicar Paul Knight told Reuters.

“We all recognise the exaggerations, hyperbole, and anger.

And unless that changes, and we’ve only got a few days for that to change, then it’s very sad.

“I hope people reflecting on this will realise democracy actually means speaking, and not violence and not anger.” — Reuters

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Iraqi forces boosted in fight against IS rebels Elite counterterrorism forces and two army divisions, backed

by US-led coalition air strikes, opened a second front as they advanced from

INSURGENCY: Iraqi army soldiers carry their weapons as they

gather in central Falluja, Iraq, on Saturday. — Reuters

a northern refinery town towards an

Government troops cleared two villages and pressed around 20 kilometres (12 miles) along a desert route west of Baiji, the first advance past the town since its recapture in October, the security officials said

airfield seen as key for a move to retake Mosul

TIKRIT/FALLUJA (Iraq): Iraqi forces opened a second front on Saturday in preparation for an assault on the IS stronghold of Mosul, a day after government troops declared victory over the militants in Falluja.

Elite counter-terrorism forces and two army divisions, backed

by US-led coalition air strikes, advanced from a northern refinery town towards an airfield seen as key for a move to retake Mosul, security officials said.

Mosul is Iraq’s largest northern city and IS’ de facto capital in the country.

Government troops cleared two villages and pressed around 20 kilometres (12 miles) along a desert route west of Baiji, the first advance past the town since its recapture in October, the security officials said.

Out of Qayara Defence Minister Khaled Al Obaidi said the assault marked the launch of operations to push IS out of Qayara, about 115 km (70 miles) north of Baiji, where an airfield could serve as the staging ground for a future offensive on Mosul, a further 60 km north.

Army troops on a separate front pushing west from Makhmour for the past three months have made only halting progress on the opposite side of the Tigris river.

“The launch of operations to liberate Qayara will not give the terrorists a chance to catch their breath,” Obaidi said on Twitter alongside a picture of Humvee military trucks snaking down a desert road.

Iraqi forces entered the centre of Falluja, an hour’s drive west of Baghdad, on Friday morning after a four-week operation that sent its tens of thousands of residents fleeing to overwhelmed displacement camps nearby.

Prime Minster Haider Al Abadi had declared victory over the militants by evening, but police sources said on Saturday that government troops had not yet entered seven northern districts held by IS and were still clearing southern areas.

Iraqi troops engaged the insurgents on Baghdad Street, the main east-west route through Falluja, firing rockets at their positions and taking sniper fire and mortar rounds.

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control of Falluja hospital, a nest for the militants who set fire to large parts of it before fleeing, and were clearing the eastern alDhubat neighbourhood, a military statement said.

Live footage broadcast on state television from outside the hospital showed smoke rising from the hospital and elite commandos celebrating with an Iraqi flag.

Displaced by fighting The International Organisation for Migration said on Saturday more than 81,000 people had been displaced by the fighting in Falluja, which had a population about three times that size before the IS seizure in early 2014.

“Needs: tents, water, supplies,” the agency tweeted.

Militants tried to slow the troops’ advance north of Baiji with mortar attacks that killed two policemen and wounded three soldiers, said army Colonel Mohammed Abdulla from Salahuddin operations command.

Two suicide car bombs were taken out by air strikes before reaching their targets, though dusty weather was making it difficult to target militants and

slowing the advance, military sources said.

A spokesman for the US-led coalition said Apache attack helicopters had conducted operations in support of Iraqi forces in the Tigris river valley, where the advance is situated.

The government forces were advancing along a desert path west of the main highway linking Baghdad to Mosul which is lined with mines and runs through villages that have a heavy IS presence, said Col. Mohammed Al Assadi, an Iraqi army spokesman.

Senior officers in the counter-terrorism service have told Reuters the forces would not enter IS strongholds in the area, such as Shirqat and Hawija, to avoid getting tied down in secondary battles.

The desert route also leads the troops further away from the Makhoul mountains east of Baiji, from which IS has been launching mortars in and around the town for months.

Prime Minister Abadi has said Iraqi forces will retake Mosul this year but, in private, many question whether the army, which partially collapsed when IS overran a third of the country in June 2014, will be ready in time.

Retaking Qayara and a nearby refinery with a production capacity of 16,000 barrels per day could also pinch IS’ finances. — Reuters

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California wildfire spreads as blazes hit parched states AUSTIN: A wildfire fed by parched land and high winds spread in Southern California on Saturday, prompting hundreds of people to evacuate their homes as the blaze formed destructive columns of flames known as “fire tornadoes.”

The so-called Sherpa Fire in Santa Barbara County, about 145 kilometers northwest of Los Angeles, had burned through about 7,100 acres by early Saturday and firefighters had contained about a quarter of the blaze, Santa Barbara County said on its Twitter feed.

More than 1,200 firefighters have been dispatched to battle the flames being fueled by dry chaparral and grass in coastal canyons about 32 kilometers northwest of the affluent city of Santa Barbara.

“Now is the time to gather your family members, pets and important documents in case you need to leave quickly,” the Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office warned people living in areas threatened by the fire.

So far no serious injuries or damage have been reported. The fire broke out on Wednesday and has been expanding since then.

Little relief is in sight with high winds and temperatures set to top 37.8 degrees Celsius over the weekend. The fire is one of a series of blazes in western and southwestern states brought about by high temperatures and a prolonged dry spell.

Dog Head Fire One of the largest has been southeast of Albuquerque, New Mexico, destroying about two dozen homes and forced evacuations.

The so-called Dog Head Fire has burned through about 17,000 acres of timber and logging zones in four days.

Governor Susana Martinez this week declared a state of emergency to free up resources to fight the blaze.

For an area stretching from Southern California to southern Nevada and into Arizona, the National Weather service has put out “red flag warnings,” indicating conditions that could lead to dangerous fires.

It has also issued a heat advisory for large parts of New Mexico, Texas and Oklahoma. — Reuters

INFERNO: A firefighting aircraft flies near a smoke column, on Friday at the Sherpa Fire near Santa Barbara, California. — AFP

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CHINA’S HOME PRICES RISE Sizzling home price rises in China’s biggest cities showed signs of easing in May but sharp gains appeared to be spreading to smaller cities, making policymakers’ job harder as they look to support the faltering economy without inflating bubbles. - Reuters

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OMR61m project will ensure smooth supply of ‘hatching eggs’ to the poultry industry. The project will go a long way in saving foreign exchange used for importing eggs.

Times News Service MUSCAT: A major project for producing ‘hatching eggs’ with a capital expenditure of OMR61 million will be established by Osool Poultry SAOC, according to a press release.

The project will go a long way in saving foreign exchange that is used for importing hatching eggs.

The constitutive general meeting of Osool Poultry project was chaired by Eng. Saleh Mohammed Al Shanfari, chairman of the founders committee of the project.

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Osool Poultry will ensure smooth supply of ‘hatching eggs’ to the poultry industry. The project will help ensure smooth supply of high quality hatching eggs at sustainable prices. This project will be a major contributor to the food security of not just the Sultanate, but also the GCC. The project aims to add to the Sultanate’s goal in diversifying the economic resources as well.

Reiterating the country’s vision to become a major food hub in the region, Eng. Al Shanfari thanked all the shareholders for investing in such a highly strategic project.

He also thanked the Arab Authority for Agricultural Development Investment (AAAID) and Gulf Investment Corporation (GIC) for their support and participation in the food security projects in Oman. Eng. Saleh also thanked A’Saffa Foods and A’Namaa Poultry Co. for taking up the challenge to implement this highly strategic project. Eng. Saleh said that the self-sufficiency for production of poultry meat will reach 70 per cent by the year of 2030.

Eng. Yaqoob Al Ruqaishi, chief executive officer of A’Namaa Poultry affirmed the importance of this project for A’Namaa Poultry,which has committed to buy more than 60 million ‘hatching eggs’ in the final stages of production, at the meeting.

A’Namaa Poultry was promoted

by Oman Food Investment Holding Co, which is a state-owned

firm specialising in food security projects. Poultry production in Oman is highly dependent on the smooth supply of ‘hatching eggs’ from the farm, and hence ‘hatching eggs’ is the starting point of the poultry meat project.

Poultry production in and around Oman has suffered due to the disruption of supplies from abroad for reasons such as disease outbreaks in the supplier countries, logistic issues and demand supply problems. Further, increase in price of ‘hatching eggs’ also adversely affected the operations of poultry companies in Oman as well as other GCC countries.

Dr. Nasser Al Maawali, chief executive officer of A’Saffa Foods, and chairman of Osool Poultry, affirmed the importance of this project to the value chain of poultry production and reiterated the importance of integrating various food production activities in the region. Dr. Al Maawali also stated that the ability of promoters to place this major strategic project with an investment of OMR61 million, is an indication of the willingness of FDIs in finding the right opportunities in Oman.

Rafique Chaudhary, chief financial officer of A’Saffa Foods, expressed his satisfaction on the success of A’Saffa Foods and its partners in raising funds and launching this project, which will generate immense opportunities for the country and the region.

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MARKET GLOBAL BONDS

Oman’s overseas bond issue evokes good response MUSCAT: As part of its plans to finance the state budget’s deficit, the Ministry of Finance said that it has mandated five international banks with the task of making necessary arrangements to issue $1.5$2.5 billion global bonds.

The statement issued by the Ministry of Finance, which Oman News Agency (ONA) got a copy of, said that the Sultanate had recently managed to successfully complete the requirements for $2.5 billion worth bond issue. The value of the subscription applications by 524 investors stood at more than $6 billion.

The statement said that the issue is divided into two tiers. The maturity of the first tier, worth of $1 billion, will be after five years from the date of issue with nominal interest rate of 3.625 per cent.

The maturity date of the second tier, worth of $1.5 billion, will be after 10 years with nominal interest rate of 4.750 per cent.

The statement pointed out that the high turnout by investors on the bonds offered by the Sultanate, which was three time oversubscribed, is an evidence of the investors and international banks’ trust in the Omani economy. — ONA

Opex helps local firms to enter new markets Omani Products Exhibition is the biggest platform for promoting local products and services in the international market Ayman Al Hasani. - Picture by Jun Estrada/Times of Oman

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CREDIT LIMITS APPROVED

Export credit board holds key meeting MUSCAT: Export Credit Guarantee Agency of Oman (ECGA) held its fifth board meeting under the chairmanship of Said bin Saleh Al Kiyoumi, Chairman of Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI), and ECGA’s Board Chairman.

The board adopted credit limits with a total value of OMR17 million of which the share of the approved credit limits for domestic markets amounted to about OMR1.80 million while the approved credit limits for Omani

non-oil export market amounted to about OMR15.22 million.

The board also reviewed other related topics for its consideration, and followed up on implementation of previous decisions. It also discussed other related topics concerning export insurance, in addition to commissioning ECGA’s five-year plan, which will be ambitious and contribute towards advancing the progress and development, as well as strengthening the role of the agency in promoting Oman’s non-oil exports. — ONA

MUSCAT: Demand for non-oil Omani products is on the rise in the international market, owing to their being showcased in different exhibitions, said the head of the Opex Organising Committee.

One of the reasons for higher demand is the recent Omani Products Exhibition (Opex), Ayman Al Hasani, vice-chairman for Economic and Branches Affairs at the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI), and head of the Opex Organising Committee told the Times of Oman on the sidelines of the an event to honour the participants of Opex held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia last month.

Speaking about why the agency has selected Iran for the next Opex, Al Hasani said, “Iran is a very huge market, which has an around 80 million-strong population, and several countriesare

I think the companies are very much confident now with Opex because every year we find new companies willing to join Omani Products’ Exhibition Ayman Al Hasani

Vice-chairman for Economic and Branches Affairs & head of Opex Organising Committee

holding different kinds of exhibitions in Tehran to promote their products in Iran.” “This is an indicator that Iran is a huge market,” he added.

He also said 98 per cent of companies that exhibited their products in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia last

month are willing to participate in Iran as well. “After our assessment in Ethiopia, 98 per cent of the companies are willing to come with Opex,” he asserted.

He also urged all the companies and factories willing to participate in the event to register soon.

According to Al Hasani, the event will be aimed at enhancing trade ties between Oman and Iran following the lifting of international sanctions on the latter.

“The interest of our companies helps us to work and find new strategic places for the exhibition where we can promote our product and services,” Al Hasani added. According to him, Omani non-oil companies are more confident after the creation of Opex.

“I think the companies are very much confident now with Opex because every year we find new companies willing to join Opex,” Al Hasani said.

“Opex is the biggest platform for promoting their products and services in the international market,” he added.

Speaking about the future plan of Opex, Al Hasani said; “Demand for Omani non-oil products makes us to think about a new place for an exhibition, which is more convenient and holds potential for our companies.” He also said they might opt for India as the venue for the next Omani products’ exhibition, but the decision will be taken by a forum of companies.

Speaking about the outcome of the five OPEX events, Al Hasani said; “The first ever Opex event took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in December 2012, where around 60 companies representing various sectors participated in the exhibition and promising deals were inked. The positive results of this exhibition were followed by successful exhibitions organised in Doha, Dubai, Jeddah, and finally in Addis Ababa.”

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Britain’s exit from EU could affect economic growth LONDON: A vote to exit the European Union in next week’s referendum could leave Britain’s economy more than 5 per cent smaller by 2019 than if it stays in the 28-nation club, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said.

The IMF, which has previously warned that Britain and the world economy could be hit by a so-called Brexit, on Saturday provided a detailed analysis of how a “Leave” vote would affect the world’s fifth-biggest economy.

If Britain manages to forge a Norway-style relationship with the EU, its economic output will probably be around 1.5 per cent smaller by 2019 than if it stays a full member, according to the IMF’s “limited” Brexit impact scenario.

Norway is not a member of the EU but it has access to its single market in return for contributing money to the bloc and accepting its freedom of movement principle and some of its other rules and regulations.

Under the Fund’s “adverse” scenario - long and unsuccessful negotiations between London and Brussels followed by Britain having to trade with the EU under World Trade Organisation rules — the economy would be 5.5 per cent smaller by 2019.

“In the short run, the uncertainty generated by navigating a complicated and untested exit process could be damaging for investment, consumption, and employment (in Britain),” the IMF said in its report.

The Washington-based fund is

one of a number of global institutions and governments to warn of the risks of a Brexit. Britain’s economy slowed ahead of the vote and the Bank of England has warned an exit could tip it into recession.

Opinion polls Opinion polls this week suggested the “Leave” camp was ahead of the “Remain” side ahead of the June 23 vote. Campaigning was suspended after the murder of British lawmaker Jo Cox on Thursday.

Britain’s official Vote Leave campaign criticised the IMF’s latest warnings.

“The IMF’s analysis is partial,” it said in a statement, adding that its forecasts have been wrong in the past. “The IMF underplays the value of new free trade agreements to the British economy.”

Supporters of Brexit argue Britain could strike better overseas trade deals on its own.

The IMF’s forecasts were in a similar range to those from the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development and Britain’s National Institute of Social and Economic Research, a leading think tank.

In its report, the IMF said an expected fall in sterling after an “Out” vote might help exports but not by enough to offset the hit to demand and output.

It also took on another of the “Out” campaigns arguments by saying there would be little room for cutting red tape after an exit from the EU because Britain was already lightly regulated. — Reuters

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MARKET FIVE-YEAR PLAN

Abraaj Group plans to double Latin America investments BUENOS AIRES: Abraaj Group, one of the largest private equity investors in developing markets, will double its assets under management in Latin America to about $1.5 billion over the next five years, regional head Miguel Olea said.

Abraaj, which opened its first Latin America fund in 2008 and has invested solely in the so-called Pacific Alliance countries which include Mexico, Colombia, Peru and Chile, will begin to look at Argentina and Brazil for deals, Olea said in an interview at the World Economic Forum in Medellin, Colombia. Investments outside the Pacific Alliance may eventually represent 20 per cent of the regional holdings, he said.

“We’re looking at ways to make investments outside the Pacific Alliance to manage about 20 per cent of the portfolio outside that group of countries,” Olea, who is based in Mexico City, said at the annual Latin America summit. Abraaj, which has about $10 billion under management globally, is targeting retail businesses which benefit from a growing middle class and private consumption. Currency volatility in Latin America has largely been offset by strong growth in businesses. - Bloomberg News

Saudi woos investors from Silicon Valley to Manhattan and visited the CIA to meet with Director John Brennan.

In the Oval Office on Friday, Prince Mohammed and Obama discussed conflicts in Iraq, Syria, Libya and Yemen in the region, the White House said in a statement.

Saudi Arabia’s Deputy Crown Prince is leading an economic shakeup, moving to cut subsidies and diversify the economy away from oil by generating an STANDING TALL: Saudi plans an initial public offering of the world’s largest oil company, known as

extra $100b in non-

Saudi Aramco, which the prince expects to be valued at more than $2 trillion. — Bloomberg file picture

oil revenue by 2020

WASHINGTON: After a week in Washington, Saudi Arabia’s deputy crown prince is heading west to meet with technology executives in Silicon Valley and then to New York to pitch his nation’s new economic plan to Wall Street investors.

Deputy Crown Prince Moham-

med bin Salman wants to discuss how Saudi Arabia can benefit from innovations spawned in California and then talk with New York investors about opportunities, including with the state-owned Saudi Arabian Oil Co., according to Saudi Foreign Minister Adel Al Jubeir. The kingdom plans an initial public offering of the world’s largest oil company, known as Saudi Aramco, which the prince

BIG MARKET

Western investors eye Russia ST PETERSBURG: Western investors are jostling with each other for position in Russia in anticipation of the moment when sanctions imposed over the Ukraine crisis are softened and they can do lucrative business again. Most are not yet coming with money and specific deals — at least, not in the same numbers as before the crisis — so the objective instead is to win favour with the Kremlin by being the first to turn back toward Russia.

“Look how many American investors are here, not to mention the Europeans,” Sergei Chemezov, head of the state conglomerate Rostec, said at Russia’s biggest annual investor show this week, held in St Petersburg.

“They understand that we have

an enormous market. And whoever comes here first, they get all the spoils,” said Chemezov, who used to work with President Vladimir Putin in the Soviet foreign intelligence service.

Two years ago, the US and the European Union imposed sanctions on Moscow over its annexation of Ukraine’s Crimea region and its support for a separatist rebellion in eastern Ukraine.

Western governments say in public that the sanctions will not be eased until an internationally brokered peace deal on eastern Ukraine, the Minsk agreement, is fully implemented.

But many diplomats say in private that that deal can never be implemented - not only through Russia’s fault but also because

the conflict is intractable. At the same time, European economies are stagnating, leaving businesses anxious to get back into the lucrative Russian market.

Pressure has therefore been building inside Europe, according to officials with EU member states, for governments to move beyond the Ukraine impasse and lift some of the sanctions, perhaps within the next 12 months.

“I think the politicians do listen to business. The politicians have to find their solution,” Rainer Seele, chief executive of Austrian energy company OMV, told Reuters.

Italy had the coveted status of guest of honour at the forum in St Petersburg, where investors vie to catch Putin’s eye. — Reuters

expects to be valued at more than $2 trillion.

The prince, who’s the son of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman, is leading Saudi Arabia’s biggest-ever economic shakeup, moving to cut subsidies and diversify the economy away from oil by generating an extra $100 billion in non-oil revenue by 2020.

In Washington, he discussed

economic and business issues with Treasury Secretary Jacob J. Lew, Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker, National Economic Council Director Jeff Zients, US Chamber of Commerce officials and executives from US companies.

He also discussed sensitive defence and foreign policy issues with President Barack Obama, Secretary of State John Kerry and Defense Secretary Ash Carter,

‘Very positive meeting’ “I would describe the meetings as very, very positive,” Al Jubeir told reporters at the Saudi Embassy in Washington.

The aim was to “exchange views and ideas on issues of the day on challenges that our two countries face in the region and the world,” he said.

On the kingdom’s economic plans, “people in the US were very pleased with it and very supportive of it — the scope of it and breadth of it — and look forward to working with the kingdom of Saudi Arabia on the implementation of it,” Al Jubeir said.

He said the country’s relationship with the US will remain strong regardless of who becomes president next year.

“The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s relationship with the US is bipartisan,” he said. “It doesn’t matter who’s in the White House, this relationship will go on.”

— Bloomberg News

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FEATURE

MEET BREOGAN A SUPERCOMPUTER BUILT

TO DISRUPT MEXICO’S MARKET

The algorithm device uses automatically buys and sells shares when it spots an alluring trade, aiming to disrupt a market where business is still often done with a phone rather than a computer.

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n a gated residential street about an hour’s drive south of Mexico City’s main business district lives Breogan, a $350,000 computer that Alberto Alonso built to shake up the nation’s stock market.

Alonso, 32, created the machine and the software it runs with a squad of eggheads including a trained atmospheric physicist and a robotics specialist.

The algorithm the device uses automatically buys and sells shares when it spots an alluring trade, aiming to disrupt a market where business is still often done with a phone rather than a computer.

“Mexico still isn’t a place for geeks, but give me a chance,” Alonso, whose jeans and untucked shirt gave him a look closer to a grad student than Wall Street trader, said in an interview.

Alonso is seeking to transform a market that trails the rest of the world when it comes to computer-driven stock trading. While the Bolsa Mexicana de Valores has actively courted algorithmic traders, the bourse is at least a decade behind the US in terms of automation, according to Larry Tabb, the founder of research firm Tabb Group.

Alonso, who is operating his computer in test mode with a limited number of stocks, says that a quirk in Mexico’s market means he’ll be able to mint money with his computer once he has it fully running. About a quarter of local trading volume stems from companies that also trade in other countries — including household names like Apple and Facebook — opening up an arbitrage opportunity for computers fast enough to spot discrepancies in stock prices denominated in pesos and dollars. In theory, any gap is a chance to make money on a bet the differential will narrow.

The trades become even more attractive in moments of high currency volatility, according to Alfredo Guillen, the chief operating officer of equities markets at Mexico’s stock exchange operator.

“The more volatility there is in the exchange rate, the more trading there is,” Guillen said. A gauge of swings in the peso surged to a fouryear high in April.

That corner of the market where global securities trade in Mexico is the Sistema Internacional de Cotizaciones, known as the SIC. While US-based investors participate, the platform allows Mexicans to buy global securities without opening an international account. The system has been around since 2003.

Using Breogan (pronounced “brayoh-GAHN”) and algorithms to stimulate trading volume in the SIC beyond the most popular names would have a significant impact on the market,

There’s an opportunity. All of this development, investigation and above all innovation is great for the Mexican market.

Jorge Alegria Consultant on financial market structure in the US, Latin America and Asia

according to Irving Cortes, a friend of Alonso who used to work with him at the derivative-focused financial firm DerFin in Mexico City and still collaborates with him in his current role running CM Derivados.

“It’s an enormous opportunity,” he said, citing “a large quantity of old-school traders” in Mexico.

Alonso isn’t alone. Virtu Financial, a New York-based algorithmic firm that’s one of the top traders in the world, has served as a market maker on the SIC for years, according to a person familiar with the matter, who asked not to be identified citing a lack of authorisation to comment publicly.

The number of stocks and exchange-traded funds listed on the SIC jumped 47 per cent to 1,101 between 2011 and 2015, according to the exchange. Still, Alonso insists SIC trading is concentrated in too few companies. His strategy could broaden the action to more stocks, spurring more volume, he says. Providing liquidity for rarely traded shares by acting as market maker for shares on the SIC could bring in $100 million a year in revenue in 2017, he estimates.

“There’s an opportunity,” said Jorge Alegria, who previously served as head of market operations and derivatives for the Bolsa Mexicana de Valores and now works as a consultant on financial market structure in the US, Latin America and Asia. “All of this development, investigation and above all innovation is great for the Mexican market.”

The “innovation” in this case is Breogan. The machine, which Alonso says is like having 500 people watching the Mexican market for arbitrage opportunities at once, automatically locks in buy and sell orders. The system needs less than 70 milliseconds to execute a trade once it identifies the potential for profit.

Since late February, Breogan has brought in about 8.6 million pesos ($475,000) in revenue for Alonso’s firm, known as GACS. He has been ramping up the system slowly, only running the algorithm on about one-sixth of the names available in the SIC. He plans to invest another $50,000 in Breogan to boost processing power.

Much like his hand-picked team, Alonso’s metaphors extend beyond those typical of a trader. On his desk next to Breogan — which is named for a mythical Galician king — Alonso has a Magic: The Gathering card featuring Jace, the Mind Sculptor.

“He’s a Planeswalker,” Alonso said, explaining how Jace exists between two places, just like Breogan has feet in both Mexico and the US. “Here we are scientists first, then business people,” Alonso said in an interview while puffing Pall Mall XLs and sipping coffee from a Computer History Museum mug. — Bloomberg News

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ROUND-UP

Attractive offers this Ramadan from Lincoln

2 1 S T B R A N C H I N M I S FA H

Hamdan Exchange opens new branch Vehicles like the MKC, MKZ and Navigator reflect Lincoln’s passion for offering customers a unique experience in the lap of luxury, whenever they drive their favourite Lincoln vehicle

MUSCAT: Lincoln, one of the world’s oldest luxury automotive brands has a rich history and heritage that makes its presence felt across its stunning range.

Vehicles like the MKC, MKZ and Navigator reflect Lincoln’s passion for offering customers a unique experience in the lap of luxury, whenever they drive their favourite Lincoln vehicle.

This Ramadan, Lincoln presents a wonderful opportunity to

make the most of such as cash gift up to OMR3,400, service package up to five years/100,000km, and assured high value gift, says a press release.

“We understand the importance the cash gift element has during the phase of buying a new vehicle and how relieved a customer feels to have extra cash to add to the overall budget. This way it becomes easier to own their favourite Lincoln,” said a representative

from Arabian Car Marketing, the dealers of Lincoln in Oman.

“Traditionally luxury automobiles have been viewed as expensive to maintain, but at Lincoln we wished to bust this myth with the exceptional five years/100,000km service package.

This will surely add to making journeys more memorable as customers can literally keep their vehicle worries at the back of their minds for a long time,” he continued.

The Lincoln MKC – the luxury crossover is more than just a small premium utility vehicle. It is performance-minded and technologically savvy. Making it an ideal choice for young go-getters.

The MKC is an absolute headturner and empowers its owner to make a lasting impression be it at corporate events or personal appointments. The Lincoln MKZ – a full-size luxury sedan is perfect for giving families numerous experiences to revel in. A perfect blend

of luxury, technologies and design make the MKZ a favourite among luxury sedan fans. Its sturdy nature and good build help instil a high sense of security in the minds of passengers adding to the overall feel that only a Lincoln can offer.

Lincoln Navigator has long been one of the most preferred large luxury SUVs in the market. It is among the most spacious and luxurious vehicles on the road today.

By moulding an array of stylish comforts with under-the-hood performance, Lincoln Navigator sets the standard for the luxury SUV market.

Fans of Lincoln vehicles are encouraged to visit the Lincoln showroom at Wattayah and experience their favourite Lincoln.

Here the friendly staff will assist customers with knowing how they can make Ramadan different in a Lincoln.

In Oman, Lincoln vehicles are brought to you by Arabian Car Marketing Co.

MUSCAT: Hamdan Exchange opened its 21st branch in Misfah in Bausher (Muscat Governorate) recently. Dr Ali Hamed Al Ghafri, assistant chairman, Public Authority for Water and Electricity, inaugurated the branch in the presence of Ammar Ahmed Saif Al Ghafri, managing director, Hamdan Exchange, P. Vidyashankar, general manager, Hamdan Exchange and T. K. Rejith, regional manager, Hamdan Exchange and a large number of customers and well-wishers, says a press release.

“The management of Hamdan Exchange is pleased to open its branch in Misfah in Bausher as the area is fast developing with many major labour camps being established within a very short span of time. This will be a great advantage to the people living in the area who used to travel long distances to avail the services of exchange houses till recently,”

said Ammar Al Ghafri.

“This is the third branch we opened this year and have plans to open more branches in the current year so as to reach to a wider customer base very soon.”

Established in the year 1990 by the great visionary Sheikh Hamed Hamood Al Ghafri, Hamdan Exchange has been serving the community for the last 26 years during which period it has spread its branch network to all over Oman. The new branch is located in a strategic location to offer better services to the expatriate community as well as Omani nationals in the area.

Hamdan Exchange has tied up with major banks in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Philippines and Egypt. It has tied up with major remittance channels like Western Union, Xpress Money, EzRemit, Transfast and Instant Cash to ensure fast and secure remittance options to its customers.

B E I N G C O M PA S S I O NAT E

omanoil enriches lives of people with At’a campaign dia competitions all aimed to instil a culture of giving through lending a helping hand and acts of kindness, says a press release.

Taking the company’s care beyond the pump to new levels, the campaign kicked off with a series of special videos that highlight the principles of generosity and compassion. Social media personality Ahmed Al Abri has also joined At’a to drive the cause further.

Jaber Sulaiman Al Busaidi, corporate affairs manager at Oman Oil Marketing Company said, “Since our inception, omanoil has main-

MUSCAT: Celebrating the values of Ramadan, Oman Oil Marketing Company (omanoil) launched the second edition of its At’a campaign to enrich the lives of people across the Sultanate during the holy month.

Under the theme ‘Together We Give More’, omanoil will donate 10 per cent of all its sales from select ahlain convenience stores in the Governorates of Muscat, Al Batinah, Al Sharqiyah, Dakhiliyah and Dhofar from June 16 to 25. This year, the At’a initiative also features a nationwide media campaign, charitable donations and social meWAT E R A N D P O W E R C O N F E R E N C E

tained its long-held commitment to enhancing the lives of people in the Sultanate. At’a is about giving back and supporting those less fortunate.

Building on our success from our first edition, this year we are going beyond monetary sums and focusing on having a positive impact on the people around us, may it be a family member, friend, neighbour or even a stranger. It is about that one act of kindness, one small gesture that can make the difference. We maybe leading the campaign, but we are calling upon everyone in Oman to join us to become catalysts of change.”

G AT H E R I N G

Haya Water urges investors to take advantage of treated wastewater MUSCAT: Haya Water urged investors of various projects that require large amounts of water to take advantage of treated wastewater produced by the company.

Haya Water indicated that treated wastewater can be used in many projects such as car washing, cooling systems, irrigation of gardens and parks, etc.

This was announced during the participation of Haya Water in the Water and Power Conference and Exhibition organised by the Public Authority for Electricity and Water in cooperation with Oman Expo Company. In the conference, some issues were discussed including the management of water and wastewater networks and ways of controlling consumption.

The event witnessed the participation of some government and private organisations as well as some regional and international companies that are specialised in the fields of energy and water, says a press release.

It is worth mentioning that Haya Water had a remarkable presence in the exhibition. Moreover, three

scientific papers were presented

by Haya officials during the conference. Eng. Said bin Rashid Al Asmi, projects general manager delivered a paper on: ‘Challenges of Implementing Wastewater Projects in the Sultanate’, which threw light on the most important projects implemented in Bausher, A’Seeb, Al Amerat and Greater Muttrah.

Eng. Al Asmi also presented the most important difficulties that encounters the wastewater sector including changing the land use from agricultural to residential or from residential to commercial or industrial or changing 2-floor

building to several floors without notifying service providers with these new changes and this have led to delaying ongoing projects in those areas.

He added that the most important obstacles that hinder these projects is constant changes in drawings such as creation or integration of lands. This affects the service providers because it requires adding these new changes to existing projects which disrupts the progress of the project and requires additional funds to include these new changes into the drawings. Eng. Al Asmi stressed that it

is very difficult to obtain accurate information and drawings of the sites and locations of existing services and its specifications. This must be taken into consideration during the planning stage which contributes to the delay of the implementation of these projects.

Eng. Al Asmi stated that lack of standardised Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and accurate coordinates between planning authorities and service providers creates conflict between the routes of different services or between services and drawings.

He also noted that the timeconsuming procedures to obtain excavation permits make it very difficult to predict the completion date of these excavations and these procedures often obstruct the progress of big projects.

He added that one of the most important obstacles that we face is the lack of a specific authority or a specialised unit for obtaining NOC. This exhausts the client since he has to move from one department to department just to obtain a single permit. There is

also a conflict between the specifications and technical conditions and what exists on reality. For example, each type of services such as sewer pipes requires horizontal passage that distance it from other services, such as water or electricity. However, sometimes the width of the lanes between residential blocks is not enough to apply these conditions. Contractors, on the other hand, sometimes do not abide by the technical specifications and some services will be randomly distributed and thus consuming the allocated passages of 3 or 4 services. This, indeed, will reflect negatively on the applicant and it will cost the institution more time and efforts and additional funds to re-design the area and build new drawings.

The second paper entitled: ‘Uses of Treated Wastewater and Associated Investment Opportunities’, was delivered by Eng. Sulaiman bin Khamis Al Qasimi, general manager of Assets Management.

He talked about future plans of the company and its efforts in the field of the uses of treated wastewater.

OETC organises Iftar for its staff MUSCAT: Oman Electricity Transmission Company (OETC) organised a collective Iftar for its employees at recreation centre in Al Mawaleh.

The Iftar was attended by OETC’s executive administration, department managers and the guests. This assembly aims to celebrate the occasion of the holy month Ramadan and to strengthen the relations between the company and its employees that reflect the brotherhood and cordiality between the employees in the company, says a press release.

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ROUND-UP Al Hashar announces special offers on Proton

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Available with special prices and

IHE delivers Bobcat E20 mini excavators to ONEIC

many other benefits, every Proton car now also comes with warranty for three years/100,000 km, free service for two years/35,000km, free insurance for first year valid in Oman and UAE and free registration for first year

MUSCAT: Al Hashar has announced a special promotion on Proton Persona and Gen-2 cars. Renowned for their strong built and value for money, the made in Malaysia Proton cars offer true driving pleasure, safety and comfort.

Available with special prices and many other benefits, every Proton car now also comes with warranty for 3 years/100,000 km, free service for two years/35,000km, free insurance for first year valid in Oman and UAE and free registration for first year. The promotion will run till July 28, says a press release.

The global cars from Malaysia are truly an exceptional piece of machinery and come with features like ABS+EBD, Dual Airbags, Rear

parking sensors, Power mirrors + Power windows, Music system with USB and more.

Persona is a family saloon car equipped with a 1.6 L CamPro engine. Tuned with lotus ride and handling for grip- stability- response, a technology no other car can boast of in its category. All because Proton believes that its customers deserve better.

The new generation Gen-2 is a semi hatchback car. Sporty aerodynamic design equipped with a powerful 1.6L CamPro engine, sporty steering wheel and seats and a classy dashboard. Gen2 matches the personality and demands of the youth of today.

Established in 1983, Proton is one of Malaysia’s largest manufac-

turers of automobiles producing cars to suit a range of consumer demands and preferences in the Middle East, across South-East Asia and Australasia, UK and Western Europe. The multi-award winning range includes versatile and reliable four-door family vehicles, two-door hatchbacks, luxurious and stylish executive sedans, as well as the world-renowned sports cars Lotus. Proton believes in building cars with passion, cars that are a delight to drive and a pleasure to own.

Every Proton car in Oman is backed by the complete service network of Al Hashar, one of Oman’s premier trading companies with experience of over 40 years in the auto industry.

MUSCAT: IHE announced that it has handed over the first lot of 10 units of Bobcat E20, 2 tons over to Oman National Engineering & Investment Co. (ONEIC) officials in a handing over ceremony at International Heavy Equipment Co. office, exclusive dealers for Bobcat in the Sultanate of Oman, says a press release.

Bobcat E20 is state-of-the-art machine and it’s a perfect balance of all the benefits of the ZHS (Zero House Swing) with the best force and stability of a 2-ton conventional tail excavator.

Bobcat is a leading provider of compact equipment for global construction, rental, landscap-

ing, agriculture, grounds maintenance, government, utility, industrial and mining markets. It offers a wide range of equipment which includes skid steer loaders, tracked loaders, tele handlers, compact excavators, utility vehicles etc. and full range of attachments for various applications.

IHE is well known in Oman for marketing world-class products and has an established reputation for providing effective and efficient products and solutions to its customers. IHE is committed to provide satisfactory after sales support to all its customers in Oman for the products handled by them.

RAMADAN OFFER

Hamptons announces special offer on Lamar Bausher project MUSCAT: To mark the commencement of the holy month of Ramadan, global realty services specialist Hamptons has announced a special limited offer on the signature Lamar Bausher project.

As part of the special offer, Hamptons will be offering a limited number of apartments for sale. The apartments for sale can be purchased at attractive prices and with the option of rented or vacant occupancy, thus making it a good investment opportunity or for personal use. Additionally, for those looking to lease, a select

number of apartments will also be made available with one month free rental on all annual contracts signed up during the month of Ramadan. This offer will only be available on all one bedroom, select two bedrooms and all three bedroom apartments during this period, says a press release.

Strategically located in a convenient and accessible location close to the expressway, Lamar Bausher is an exclusive luxury address with excellent amenities such as swimming pools, gym and retail facilities; developed under the Muttawar

Omani Company umbrella with GLOREI as the principal shareholder and master developer.

According to Daniel Sellu, head of Agency, “Our current offer is a great opportunity for potential buyers looking for good income yielding investments. Our well experienced sales and leasing team is geared up for this limited period offer and we are confident that we can repeat the success we’ve had with other large scale premium projects.”

Benjamin Cullum, general manager of Hamptons, also pointed towards design factors, “One of the

benefits of the project is the modern look and feel of the units and high-end facilities being provided to the residents. Lamar Bausher, is an aesthetically designed development with good quality fittings and well designed space. We believe that design, quality and facilities of the development are key features that will result in continued occupancy and will be responsible for their retention going forward.”

In line with increasing demand for high end modern living, Lamar Bausher provides the best in style, quality and facilities.

RECOGNITION

Zubair Corporation, Mitsubishi Oman felicitate national handball players MUSCAT: In order to recognise the outstanding contribution of players who represented the Sultanate, The Zubair Corporation (Z-Corp) and Mitsubishi Oman felicitated the Sultanate’s national handball players at the Mitsubishi showroom recently. Players and officials of Oman Handball Association (OHA) were present at the event.

It may be recalled that Z-Corp and OHA had signed a one-year partnership agreement under an Oman Olympic Committee (OOC) initiative, which encourages partnership between private and sports sectors. Z-Corp has been supporting all the activities of OHA since the agreement signed in October 2015.

In March 2016, Z-Corp had supported Oman Mitsubishi Handball Joiners Championship that was held at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex. Mitsubishi Oman had organised the competition in association with OHA. General Automotive Company, which is the official distributor for Mitsubishi vehicles in Oman, is a subsidiary of the Zubair Automotive Group, the flagship enterprise of the Z-Corp.

Hani M. Al Zubair, Chairman, The Zubair Automotive Group said, “We consider it a privilege to celebrate and honour the hand-

ball players who represent the national team. They continue to be role models and inspirations to young handball players in Oman.

As a team that excels they have set standards for others to aspire to.”

Thanking Z-Corp and Mitsubishi Oman and speaking on behalf of the players, Sheikh Sultan Al Hosni, chairman of OHA said, “Our players are glad to receive the honour and are motivated to do well in the future.

They are touched to receive the honour especially since it comes from Z-Corp. We are extremely grateful that a group like The Zubair Corporation is supporting our association. I would like to take this opportunity to thank

Z-Corp for their commitment and this support gives a huge boost to development of sports and associated clubs.”

Sharing his thoughts on the honouring of the players, Manoj Ranade, general manager of General Automotive Company said, “We are proud of Oman’s national team and their achievements.

They have consistently demonstrated their commitment, team spirit and dedication. We are delighted to support and engage with the talented players who inspire the younger generation.”

As part of its corporate social responsibility strategy, Z-Corp is actively involved in supporting local based initiatives.

While Z-Corp has always been committed to supporting the sports sector in the Sultanate, it believes that to cultivate sporting talent in Oman, youngsters should be provided the perfect ambience to develop it. Z-Corp has been supporting various activities that encourage young Omanis to take up sports and supporting this event is part of that strategy.

The Zubair Corporation has been a partner and sponsor of different sports activities including football, handball, ice sports for many years, and its support for Oman Handball Association demonstrates their continuous commitment to all kinds of sports in the Sultanate.

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NBO once again named best bank in Sultanate NBO took the top spot based on its stellar financial performance last year

MUSCAT: For the second year running, National Bank of Oman (NBO) has been ranked first in the annual Business Today-Ernst & Young survey of the Sultanate’s banks and non-banking financial companies. NBO took the top spot based on its stellar financial performance last year. For the 12 months ending December 31, 2015, NBO reported a record net profit of OMR60.1 million, a 20 percent year-on-year increase, while loans, advances and financing activities grew by 9 percent, and net interest income from conventional banking and revenues from Islamic financing by 15 per-

cent, says a press release.

NBO’s strong financial performance enabled it to pay shareholders a cash dividend of 17 percent and stock shares of 10 percent of the paid up capital of the bank.

Ahmed Al Musalmi, CEO of NBO, said: “2015 was an outstanding year for NBO, exemplified by the highest net profit in our history. We are delighted that

our progress towards becoming the Sultanate’s bank of choice has once again been recognised by our top ranking in the prestigious Business Today-Ernst & Young survey. This recognition is a clear acknowledgement of the effectiveness of our growth strategy that places the customer at the heart of our business.”

NBO launched a series of first to market propositions in 2015,

including partnering with MasterCard to launch ‘NBO Beam’ contactless payment technology.

The bank also revamped its online and mobile banking solutions, as part of its bank-wide innovation programme to deliver a consistently superior customer experience. This is the second year running that NBO has topped the Business TodayErnst & Young survey, which is based on analysis of the annual reports of Omani banks across 15 individual parameters, including asset quality and profitability indicators, with the final ranking achieved by accumulating scores on all metrics.

The accolade is the latest in a series of awards won by NBO, including being named ‘Bank of the Year–Oman’ at The Banker’s 16th Annual Bank of the Year Awards in London. In addition, the bank’s commitment to delivering a consistently superior customer experience was also recognised with two prestigious titles at the Customer Experience Benchmarking Index Awards held in Dubai.

TEMPTING CHOICE

Benefits galore on Toyota Fortuner MUSCAT: Spacious, stylish and stronger than ever, the Fortuner takes you on an excitingly new urban adventure.

In the words of an automotive expert, “In the new Fortuner, Toyota has created a new “Solid Fluidity” design language, which expresses toughness and wideness through the high body axis, the bulging wheel arch flares as well as the chunky trapezoidal front bumper. The Fortuner has a tough yet smart rear design that defies the typical unrefined image of an SUV.” There is good news for those looking for a new Fortuner. Currently it is available with 1 year insurance (Oman only) on 16YM models. Every customer is also eligible for a gift voucher- for shopping at a prominent local mall. Customers can take part in a grand raffle with four numbers of Toyota Prius E hybrids to be won.

In lieu of the insurance benefit, customers can collect an attractive cash gift. (Conditions apply.

Please visit the showroom for the exact, model-specific details), says a press release.

The offer makes the Fortuner such a tempting choice! The Toyota Fortuner is unique. Its superb convenience features, culminate in a sublime driving experience and complement its ample cabin

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space. The interior exhibits the toughness of an SUV, tempered with the elegance of a premium sedan. A focal point of the dashboard architecture is the vertical centre cluster flanked by columns of soft simulated leather upholstery that offer leg support from both sides. In fact, soft-touch textures and exquisite chrome detailing liberally pepper the cabin; all beautifully harmonising with

Qais Al Hasni, (right) branch manager of ahlibank, Oman Avenues Mall branch, presents a cheque to an official from the Association for the Welfare of the Handicapped as part of the bank’s annual Ramadan campaign. — Supplied picture

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each other. The interior is stylish and creates a warm atmosphere that passengers enjoy.

There are eight exterior colours and the Fortuner is available with a range of petrol engine options.

The available petrol engines include a 2.7-litre four-cylinder engine that produces 164 hp and 25.0 Kg-m of torque and the 4.0-litre V6 engine, which churns out 235hp and 38.3 Kg-m of torque.

The Fortuner has a 6-speed automatic transmission and its impressive ground clearance along with its superb suspension comfortably absorbs vibration, resulting in a ride experience expected from a luxury SUV. In Oman, the nationwide parts and service network of Saud Bahwan Automotive supports Toyota’s outstanding product quality. No wonder then that today, Toyota is one of the most trusted and well-known brands.

OMANI CUISINE

Al Angham restaurant unveils Ramadan offer MUSCAT: Al Angham restaurant is putting its best foot forward during the holy month of Ramadan.

The popular restaurant, located in Muscat Royal Opera House, is serving Omani food, showcasing the famous culinary skills of the people of the Sultanate.

The restaurant plans to popularise the cuisines among tourists and visitors to the Royal Opera House. The special offer is valid during the Eid Al Fitr holidays also, says a press release.

In fact, Al Angham is one of the few restaurants in the capital region, which is focusing on Omani traditional foods during the holy month of Ramadan. The aim is to generate interest among people about Omani food. The Ramadan offer also helps the young generation to know more about the traditional way of making mouth-

watering Omani food. The restaurant also hopes to cater to the taste buds of tourists and visitors with this special offer.

The food from various wilayats and governorates find a place on the menu of Al Angham restaurant during this special offer. There are also special traditional food to break the fast during Ramadan. The restaurant hopes to attract more customers as the food is cooked by a group of young Omani chefs.

The restaurant is offering its services with a smile just like Oman is famous for its hospitality.

The service and the ambience are of high quality to give a finest eating experience to visitors.

To match the occasion, the staff at the restaurant is wearing traditional Omani dresses to impart a sense of neighbourhood feelings among the visitors.

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Meethaq, Dar Al Atta’a join hands to support education in rural areas The objective of the campaign is to mobilise donations from citizens and residents to build preprimary classrooms in rural areas

MUSCAT: Meethaq, the pioneer of Islamic banking in Oman from Bank Muscat, as part of a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative coinciding with the holy month of Ramadan, has joined hands with leading charity organisation Dar Al Atta’a to place dona-

tion boxes across the Sultanate to mobilise educational support for rural communities.

The donation boxes are placed in key locations, including Bank Muscat head office, Ghubra Meethaq branch, Muscat Grand Mall, Salalah Garden Mall, Sohar Safeer Mall, Barka Mall and Nizwa Mall. The objective of the campaign is to mobilise donations from citizens and residents to build pre-primary classrooms

in rural areas, says a press release.

Sulaiman Al Harthy, deputy chief executive officer - Islamic Banking, said: “Coinciding with the holy month of Ramadan, Meethaq is happy to join hands with Dar Al Atta’a to launch the charity drive in support of rural communities and thereby contribute to the Sultanate’s development goals. The donation campaign is aimed at uniting the nation to promote educational

avenues for rural communities across the Sultanate.”

Al Harthy added: “Meethaq is well positioned to provide Islamic financial guidance to diverse segments and thereby promote the good of society as a whole.

Meethaq calls upon all citizens and residents to support the great cause in service to the nation and the people of Oman.”

Meethaq is the leading Islamic financial services provider in the

Sultanate with many achievements contributing to the growth and development of the economy.

Meethaq extends support to all key economic sectors in the Sultanate and strives to fulfil the needs of customers with innovative Sharia based products. Meethaq is focused on developing as a benchmark Islamic financial institution in Oman and the region. Meethaq offers a full suite of Islamic banking products and services, includ-

ing savings account, current account, home finance, auto finance, credit card, mobile banking and internet banking.

Presently, Meethaq has 18 branches across the Sultanate and plans to expand the network as well as launch new products and services to complement the unique Islamic banking experience. The bank has invested in staff, systems and controls to ensure the service is delivered in a professional, segregated and fully Sharia compliant manner.

Meethaq has adopted the best practices in Islamic banking and finance worldwide to combine a robust model which protects customers and complements the Islamic banking industry.

Every Meethaq product goes through the process of Sharia compliance certification by the Sharia Supervisory Board and is created in line with the guidelines of the Central Bank of Oman.

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Gulf Business Card Directory released in Oman Bank Sohar launches Ramadan Euro Cup Facebook competition

MUSCAT: Gulf Business Card Directory, a unique product of Mediaplus, Doha based advertising and event management company, was released at a glittering function held in Muscat over the weekend.

Suroor Rahman, managing director of TOPAD Advertising released the directory by handing over a copy to Mustafa Keethadath, director of Kerala based Safe Home Developers, says a press release.

Addressing a packed crowd at the releasing ceremony Amanulla Vadakkangara, Mediaplus CEO, explained the idea of business card directory and observed that it was effective and useful to connecting people on a large scale.

“The information explosion witnessed by the world today has made business more and more challenging and it demands to be

more and more relationship oriented for business success. It was after thorough market research and analysis we ventured up on the directory and it has proved to be successful as we were growing every year in spite of economic crisis in the market.

We have come to the Oman market with the tenth edition and wish to explore the possibility of penetrating to the market with positive presence,” Amanulla said.

Gulf Business Card Directory has become one of the most sought after tool for developing intragulf business especially in the SME sector.

It has the whole directory online (www.gbcdonline.com) facilitating people all over the world to refer to the directory as and when they require. The mobile

application launched this year has increased the scope of this publication.

The directory facilitating the business community to interact among themselves for mutually rewarding enterprises contain busi-

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ness cards of individuals and establishments which can be a ready reference of all the leading business concerns in the entire region.

Rahmathulla Sidheeq and Fazalul Haque were among those who attended the function.

MUSCAT: In celebration of the holy month of Ramadan and the football season, Bank Sohar has launched its second Facebook contest of the year titled ‘Ramadan Euro Cup Competition’.

The competition will revolve around the recent Euro Cup football season; the competition which started on June 12 will continue till June 30 on the bank’s Facebook page and boasting a prize pool of OMR1,500 split amongst 15 winners, says a press release.

In order to participate, Bank Sohar Facebook followers need to log into their Facebook accounts and visit Bank Sohar’s Facebook page. Once the page has been ‘Followed’, they then need to look for the competition related post on Bank Sohar’s wall on each day of the contest, beginning from June 12, and correctly answer the posted multiple choice question.

The first correct entry from each user per question will be entered into a computerised draw to be conducted after the competition ends. The draw will see a total of

15 lucky winners, one for each of the 15 questions; each receiving a cash prize of OMR100.

Commenting on the launch of the contest Munira Abdulnabi Macki, GM of HR and Corporate Support at Bank Sohar said, “As the national sport of the country, football holds a special place in the heart of the people and events such as the Euro Cup football season are always looked forward to. This year we want to make the season that little bit more exciting for our fans and followers on our Facebook page by testing their knowledge of the game and the latest international tournament. Given our shared passion for the sport, such a contest will allow us to interact more closely with our fans and followers whilst also providing them with an ideal opportunity to win exciting cash prizes in the process.”

Bank Sohar has come a long way in getting closer to its customers and interacting with them on the popular social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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PDO honours staff on efficiency drive

Daleel 1010 provides relevant information on holy month MUSCAT: Daleel 1010, Oman’s one stop information guide welcomes the holy month of Ramadan with its special initiative ‘Ramadan Kareem’ which is targeted towards providing information that commonly people seek during the holy month.

Now everyone can easily find information about daily prayer timings, nearest donation centres, Iftar Saems, nearby mosques, best car deals in the town, amazing deals on retail, hotels and restaurants offering Iftar and Suhur, beauty salons, etc, says a press release.

All this information is easily available on www.daleel1010.om/ ramadan or by downloading mobile apps Daleel 1010 available on play store and app store or calling #1010. “At Daleel 1010 it has been our constant endeavour to provide relevant information to our society. Ramadan and Eid being the nation’s festival, society indulges in various events and ac-

At Daleel 1010 it has been our constant endeavour to provide relevant information to our society. As a part of our corporate social responsibility Daleel 1010 offers this unique platform to know pertinent information this Ramadan in Oman Manoj Mahanta

Senior vice president - Infoline

tivities. As a part of our corporate social responsibility Daleel 1010 offers this unique platform to

know pertinent information this Ramadan,” said Manoj Mahanta, senior vice president - Infoline.

MUSCAT: Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) has officially honoured 50 employees for their efforts in driving efficiency across the business.

The employees have been formally accredited as lean practitioners for implementing projects which have eradicated waste and unnecessary or uneconomic work practices. Their success is contributing to multi-million dollar savings and helping free up time for more productive tasks and activities, says a press release.

The staff gave presentations to members of PDO’s managing director’s committee on their individual projects before being awarded certificates to mark their official international accreditation as lean practitioners. Their work has led to work improvements across the full spectrum of the company’s work from subsurface activities through to support services, such as recruitment.

“I congratulate all our lean practitioners who have become agents for change and transforming the way we work. Their lean initiatives have helped us to simplify our work processes, reduce costs, strip out red tape and waste so that we deliver more value for Oman,” said Raoul Restucci, managing director - PDO. “We now have 160 lean practitioners in PDO who are leading by example and empowering colleagues to participate in our business improvement journey. Their projects are making a real difference to how we do things, are sustainable and can be replicated elsewhere in our organisation and beyond,” he added.

One project showcased a stand-

ardisation of well and reservoir management surveillance, which has increased oil production, cut costs and halved work times, and can be used in all reservoir types.

Another has led to the automation of PDO’s well-testing system in Nimr, freeing up the time of programmers who previously had to manually validate tests.

Lean originated with Toyota in Japan as a means of driving efficiency across the value chain by making, often small-scale, changes and has since been further refined into a system used by businesses across the world aiming to do more for less.

PDO first introduced the new ways of working in 2009 and has since rolled it out across all aspects of the business, streamlining work procedures and driving continuous business improvement across the organisation.

One of the outstanding successes of the company’s use of lean has come in the Lekhwair cluster, where visual management boards charting the status of key operational areas have been introduced to encourage staff and contractors to interact,

engage and collaborate more.

This system, which is now being replicated across other assets, has helped to raise the 24-year-old field’s production by 9.6 percent from January-November 2015 to a record of 71,700 barrels per day (bpd) from 63,600 bpd and reduced unscheduled deferments from by more than 85 percent.

PDO’s growing reputation as a lean pioneer in Oman was evidenced last year by several highprofile fact-finding visits from several regional operating units and domestic private and public sector organisations to learn from the company’s lean deployment programme. Other visitors have included the Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Environment and Climate Affairs (MECA), who have now started improvement projects with PDO support, and the Royal Hospital which is considering implementing Lean in its emergency response, operation theatre and oncology departments and has asked for PDO guidance and support.

Two PDO lean practitioners were also honoured for achieving ‘Lean Green Belt’ accreditation.

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Lukaku brace drives Belgium back to form Own goal robs Iceland win

With Italy having beaten both the Belgians and Sweden to win the group, the victory puts Belgium in second place on three points with the Irish and Sweden stuck on a point apiece

BORDEAUX: Belgium rediscovered their most blistering form to batter Group E rivals Ireland 3-0 thanks to a brace from Romelu Lukaku and an Axel Witsel header on Saturday.

The victory of the world’s secondranked team was in stark contrast to their limp defeat in their opening Euro 2016 match against Italy.

Despite dominating the opening half, it still took until the opening minutes of the second period for Belgium to take the lead when Lukaku finished a counter-attack by rifling a shot into the far corner.

Ireland had a brief positive spell but Witsel made it two for Belgium with a pinpoint header after 61 minutes, and Lukaku completed the rout with a simple finish after another counter-attack nine minutes later.

With Italy having beaten both the Belgians and Sweden to win the group, the victory puts Belgium in second place on three points with the Irish and Sweden stuck on a point apiece.

“We were under pressure before today,” Belgium’s Kevin De Bruyne, the game’s outstanding player, said. “And we came out with the right reponse.”

POWER-PACKED: Belgium’s Romelu Lukaku celebrates after scoring

one of his two goals against Ireland. – AP/PTI

Three changes Coach Marc Wilmots made three changes to the Belgium line-up that struggled against Italy, and they immediately appeared more vibrant and cohesive.

Their speed and fluidity improved, with the introduction of Thomas Meunier and Yannick Carrasco giving them a menace out wide which had been missing in their opener.

De Bruyne kept his place despite a subdued showing against Italy and, vastly improved, he set the tone with a searing 13th-minute corner which Toby Alderweireld headed wide, before finding his range with a free kick.

Ireland were not without their

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own threat, as Meunier’s adventures down the right flank left space for Shane Long to exploit, although Martin O’Neill’s side ultimately failed to register a single shot on target during the entire 90 minutes.

Belgium began to dominate, with De Bruyne’s teasing delivery forcing a diving header from John O’Shea on 20 minutes, which inadvertently set up Eden Hazard to fire over.

Wes Hoolahan then cleared off the line as Alderweireld headed another fine De Bruyne corner goalwards.

As Irish resolve strengthened, Wilmots was again left pondering how to forge an effective attacking unit from the Golden Generation’s wealth of striking talent.

It took only three second-half minutes for an answer to emerge, as De Bruyne tore down the right before crossing for Lukaku, who opened his body and sent a curling left-foot effort into the corner of the net.

Easing pressure The goal seemed to release the pressure on Belgium, who celebrated furiously with Wilmots in the corner while their supporters threw flares onto the pitch.

Yet Ireland were justifiably left seething as Alderweireld’s penalty-box high foot on Long in the build-up went unpunished.

Witsel put the contest beyond the Irish 13 minutes later, arriving in the box to head the impressive Meunier’s cross beyond Randolph, whose outstretched hand could not quite divert the thumping effort wide.

In the 70th minute, Belgium

MARSEILLE: Iceland were within two minutes of their first victory at a major tournament when defender Birkir Saevarsson’s late own goal earned Hungary a battling 1-1 draw at Euro 2016 on Saturday.

Gylfi Sigurdsson’s nerveless penalty just before halftime had looked set to lift Iceland top of the Group F standings but Saevarsson turned in a cross by Hungarian substitute Nemanja Nikolic two minutes from the end of a match short on quality.

Hungary top the standings with four points, two ahead of Iceland and three clear of Portugal, who play bottom side Austria later on Saturday. Hungarian fans and police forces briefly scuffled in the stands before kickoff.

Iceland, lifted by a gritty 1-1 draw against Portugal in their opening match, started well and Jon Dadi Bodvarsson headed the first chance of the match narrowly over the bar.

Johann Gudmundsson worked a shooting opportunity that was well saved by the outstretched leg of Gabor Kiraly but the 40-year-old Hungary goalkeeper quickly turned from hero to villain.

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added a third in a delicious move that encapsulated the invention and panache that has long been expected from this talented squad.

Meunier, again influential, dispossessed McClean and sent a long ball forward for Hazard down the right.

The attacker, outrageously lapping the linesman on the outside, raced to meet the pass before crossing for Lukaku who swept home with aplomb as Belgium secured their biggest winning scoreline at a major international tournament in 46 years.

“As a team, we had to give a response to everybody who watched the game against Italy,” Hazard said.

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tine cross and in the resulting goalmouth scramble defender Tamas Kadar was adjudged to have fouled Aron Gunnarsson. Sigurdsson was coolness personified as he sent Kiraly the wrong way and tucked the ball into the corner of the net, prompting wild celebrations from the blue-clad Iceland supporters in the ground.

Iceland forward Kollbein Sigthorsson headed a good opportunity just wide and Hungary midfielder Laszlo Kleinheisler lashed a couple of fierce shots well over the bar.

Hungary, impressive 2-0 winners over Austria in their first game, looked to have run out of ideas until Nikolic found space on the right and delivered a teasing cross which Saevarsson could only poke over his own line.

Iceland had an opportunity to win the game in stoppage time when they won a free kick. Sigurdsson’s effort came back off the wall and substitute Eidur Gudjohnsen’s follow-up shot was deflected just wide of the post. - Reuters

“The way we responded was good and we really deserved this victory.”

For Ireland, though, there was nothing but disappointment as their winless run at the European Championships was extended to seven games.

“When you’re attacking you’re at your most vulnerable,” O’Shea said.

“So we’ll have to work on that.”

This was an emphatic response from Belgium to their critics.

With their first clean sheet in nine matches and a dazzling second-half performance, they had finally realised their potential in a high-profile fixture, reaffirming their title credentials with clinical precision and real style. - Reuters

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CLUBS WITH MOST PLAYERS AT EURO 2016 JUVENTUS

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CSK MOSCOW

BASEL

BARCELONA

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BAYERN MUNICH

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Alvaro Morata Andrea Barzagli Gianluigi Buffon Giorgio Chiellini Leonardo Bonucci Mario Mandzukic Patrice Evra Paul Pogba Sami Khedira Simone Zaza Stefano Sturaro Stephan Lichtsteiner Adam Lallana Christian Benteke Daniel Sturridge Daniel Ward Divock Origi Emre Can James Milner Joe Allen Jordan Henderson Martin Skrtel Nathaniel Clyne Simon Mignolet Ben Davies Danny Rose Dele Alli Eric Dier Harry Kane Hugo Lloris Jan Vertonghen Kevin Wimmer Kyle Walker Mousa Dembele Toby Alderweireld Anthony Martial Bastian Schweinsteiger Chris Smalling David de Gea Marcus Rashford Marouane Fellaini Matteo Darmian Morgan Schneiderlin Paddy McNair Wayne Rooney David Alaba Jerome Boateng Joshua Kimmich Kingsley Coman Manuel Neuer Mario Gotze Mats Hummels Robert Lewandowski Thiago Alcantara Thomas Muller Andriy Pyatov Bohdan Butko Darijo Srna Oleksandr Kucher Taras Stepanenko Viktor Kovalenko Vyacheslav Shevchuk Yaroslav Rakitskiy

Aaron Ramsey Granit Xhaka Hector Bellerin Jack Wilshere Laurent Koscielny Mesut Ozil Olivier Giroud Petr Cech Tomáš Rosický Andres Iniesta Arda Turan Gerard Pique Ivan Rakitic Jordi Alba Marc-Andre ter Stegen Sergio Busquets Thomas Vermaelen

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Aleksandr Golovin Aleksei Berezutski Georgi Schennikov Igor Akinfeev Pontus Wernbloom Roman Shirokov Sergei Ignashevich Vasili Berezutski Bruno Alves Caner Erkin Gökhan Gönül

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ENGLAND Number of players provided by the clubs to the respective countries

12 GERMANY

9 SPAIN

9 FRANCE

8 BELGIUM

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UKRAINE

Yevhen Seleznyov

Birkir Bjarnason Breel Embolo Marc Janko Marek Suchy Michael Lang Naser Aliji Taulant Xhaka Tomas Vaclik

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Barcelona and Real Madrid bring eight players each to Euro 2016, Luis Enrique gives four players and Zidane yields two of them to Del Bosque squad. The meringue squad is less white if you think about the colours that represent their other six players these days, as Cristian Ronaldo who wears the green shirt of Portugal. By their side, Liverpool and Juventus are on the top, providing 12 players each to the UEFA European Championship.

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ITALY

7 RUSSIA

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TURKEY

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CROATIA

5 4 4 4

WALES CZECH REPUBLIC PORTUGAL SWITZERLAND

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CZECH REPUBLIC’S ROSICKY TO BE OUT OF EURO ACTION

De Biasi banking on Albanian firepower Romaniaalso need to win do-or-die fixture in Lyon to keep alive any hopes of progressing after a fortuitous 1-1 draw against the Swiss

LYON: After a couple of solid defensive performances in defeats

by Switzerland and France, Albania need to discover some scoring form against Romania, their Italian coach Gianni De Biasi said ahead of Sunday’s vital Euro 2016 Group A fixture.

The Albanians held their own for long spells in the opening 1-0 loss to the Swiss and conceded late

goals in a 2-0 reverse against hosts France, but they created precious little up front in either match.

The Romanians also need to win the do-or-die fixture in Lyon to keep alive any hopes of progressing after a fortuitous 1-1 draw against the Swiss which followed a 2-1 defeat by France.

“I believe we can qualify,” De Biasi told reporters as his team, who

are at their first major tournament, prepared for what Romania striker Florin Andone described as a matter of “life and death”.

“I think that if we are able to score the goals that we haven’t against Switzerland and France then we could get the three points that may get us into the knockout rounds,” said De Biasi.

The 60-year-old De Biasi acknowledged that Albania needed to avoid lapses in concentration which cost them dearly in both defeats. Of the loss to France in Marseille, he said: “My team resisted right until the end but we didn’t defend throughout, especially in the first half and at the start of the second. “When you don’t take your chances and score goals, you don’t get big results. My team held up pretty

well and we’re disappointed to concede a goal a minute from the end.”

Romania’s Razvan Rat, midfielder Stancu, the nation’s first player to score twice in a European Championship, and Pintilii are all expected to shake off minor knocks.

Andone, dropped for the Swiss game after he was substituted against the French, could return to the starting line-up against the Albanians after his replacement Claudiu Keseru had a quiet game against Switzerland.

“We must show the mentality of winners against Albania,” Andone said. “It will be very difficult because Albania are a very good team, they run a lot and are very aggressive.

“But we are aware that a victory could send us through so we will give it a 100 percent effort.” - Reuters

SHINING FOR FRANCE

Quiet Kante living his dream in blue PARIS: Blue is definitely the colour for the discreet N’Golo Kante, now shining for France on the pitches of Euro 2016 after playing a key role in Leicester City’s fairytale run to the Premier League title in England.

The pocket-sized midfielder played his first game for France only three months ago, as a substitute in a 3-2 win over the Netherlands. A few days later, he started a game against Russia, celebrating his 25th birthday with a goal in a 4-2 victory.

French fans were impressed with what they saw and welcomed the rise of Kante and they were not too surprised when coach Didier Deschamps included him in his 23-man squad for the finals.

However, Kante only emerged as an option as a first-choice player in a new role -- as a holding midfielder in front of the defence -- not until Lassana Diarra had to pull out injured.

He duly obliged and his performances in France’s opening wins over Romania and Albania convinced Deschamps that he had made the right choice.

Winning many balls and hardly missing a pass, Kante offered a reassuring presence in a team whose main weakness is clearly at the back.

“It’s astonishing how quickly he has adapted to this new role,” said fellow midfielder Blaise Matuidi. “He’s calm, his passing is

POCKET-SIZED MIDFIELDER: France’s midfielder N’Golo Kante in action during Euro 2016. – AFP

accurate and he reads the game well. To me, he’s one of the great midfielders in Europe.”

It was a very different story four years ago.

When Euro 2012 started, Kante was miles away from international football, warming up for a season in the French third division with his unglamorous Boulogne-sur-Mer club.

No secret “I certainly could not imagine then what’s happening now,” he said in his trademark soft, almost

childish voice. “I don’t have any explanation nor any secret. I just work hard to do what I have to do the best I can.”

Kante made a few headlines in France in 2015 when, after two convincing seasons with modest Ligue 1 side Caen, he declined an offer from Olympique Lyon and decided instead to move to Leicester.

“You should ask him why he is joining a lowly English club when he could be playing in the Champions League with us,” Lyon chairman Jean-Michel Aulas said

at the time.

The rest is history, Kante playing a fine part in the Foxes’ amazing feat to emerge as a serious candidate for the national team and a target for leading European clubs.

Now linked with a move to glitzy Paris St Germain, he his not losing his cool and fully concentrating on his current adventure with France.

“A lot of things are being said but I’m not paying too much attention,” he said. “For the moment, I’m a Leicester player.” - Reuters

GEARING UP: Albanian players take part in a training session at the

team’s training ground in Perros-Guirec, western France. – AFP

SUNDAY, JUNE 19, 2016 SAILING

S P O R S

Zimbabwe shock India in T20 game Elton Chigumbura

EYEING RECORD: Sultanate of Oman MOD70 trimaran skippered

by Sidney Gavignet (France) with team mates Damian Foxall (Ireland) and Fahad Al Hasni (Oman), Jean Luc Nelias (France) at the start of Volvo Round Ireland Race at Wicklow, Ireland. - Supplied photo

Hopes riding high for Oman Sail crew MUSCAT: A forecast for brisk winds further down the course has raised levels of anticipation for the crew on Oman’s flagship MOD70 Musandam-Oman Sail as they crossed the start line of the Volvo Round Ireland Race on Sunday Their race against the clock last year, which led to them knocking four hours off the 22-year-old Round Ireland record, looks set to be replayed over the next couple of days.

But it is the prospect of competing against the two other MOD70s Phaedo 3 and Concise 10 — and winning — that is spurring on French skipper Sidney Gavignet and his team, which includes Oman’s three leading offshore sailors Fahad Al Hasni, Yasir Al Rahbi and Sami Al Shukaili.

“The record would be the icing on the cake but we are up against two other really good boats who have been sailing really well so we will have to have a great race,” said Damian Foxall, Ireland’s foremost offshore sailor who, remarkably is making his debut in the Round Ireland race.

“It would be fun to break our record but not so much fun if someone else breaks it. I am very excited to finally be doing this

race because this is my home yet this is a new challenge.”

“We have some great conditions. A light upwind start then reaching round Cork and Kerry then some heavy stuff down the west coast which could give us a record breaking time.”

This is the first time multihulls have raced in the Volvo Round Ireland Race and followers are in for a real treat as they watch the three 70 foot multi one design speed machines hurtle round the Emerald Isle leading a fleet that is bigger than ever before in the race’s 36-year history.

But with the strong currents, rocks and sandbanks to add to the mix, the route poses a series of technical challenges and Musandam-Oman Sail will have to be on top form to come out ahead and set a new record, which will require them to cross the finish line within one day, 16 hours, 51 minutes and 57 seconds.

“We will be taking it very seriously,” said Fahad Al Hasni.

“There is a great team spirit on board and of course we hold the record so if we can achieve our aim to sail well and not make any mistakes, we will be very happy.

It should be a very close contest.”

pummelled seven sixes as he took Zimbabwe to 170 for six in their 20 overs having been sent into bat by the tourists

HARARE: Elton Chigumbura smashed an unbeaten 54 from 26 balls as Zimbabwe stunned India with a two run win in the first Twenty20 International at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday.

Chigumbura pummelled seven sixes as he took Zimbabwe to 170 for six in their 20 overs having been sent into bat by the tourists.

India lost opener Lokesh Rahul on his Twenty20 debut in the first ball of their reply, but they went into the final over from seamer Neville Madziva needing eight to win.

That was reduced to four off the last ball with Mahendra Singh Dhoni on strike, but he could only bludgeon the ball to deep point and Zimbabwe celebrated a second consecutive victory over India in the 20-over format.

Aside from Chigumbura, Malcolm Waller (30 from 21 balls) and opener Hamilton Masakadza (25 from 15 balls) gave Zimbabwe their highest score against India in Twenty20 cricket.

India were behind the run-rate for much of their innings, but Manish Pandey (48 from 35 balls) kept them in the hunt until the last over.

With Dhoni on strike it looked like advantage to the tourists, but

shot as Indian wicketkeeper MS Dhoni looks on. – AP/PTI

Madziva bowled a succession of excellent yorkers to limit India to five runs. Aside from Rahul, the visitors handed 20-over debuts to batsman Mandeep Singh, seamer Jaydev Unadkat, all-rounder Rishi Dhawan and leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal.

Dhoni, who has taken his side past the finishing line with his assured batting in crunch situtaions, found the last delivery bowled

by Zimbabwe paceman Neville Madziva to be a “brilliant” one.

India needed four runs off the last ball to win the first T20 match but Dhoni could manage only one run with Madziva bowling one outside the off stump, not giving Dhoni any scope to score a boundary.

“Ultimately, the contest is between the bat and ball. I felt the last ball was brilliant,” said Dhoni at the post match presenatation ceremony after India suffered a close two-run defeat.

In fact such was the shock among everybody that former India seamer Atul Wassan conducting the post-match duties called Graeme Cremer as the “losing captain” and could only manage an embarrassing smile when he saw Dhoni walk up.

Dhoni said it was a learning curve for his young inexepeienced

batsmen, who made a lot of mistakes. “We did not play to potential. A lot of wickets were not fullfledged shots, more like catching practice. You may be doing well in the domestic circuit but there is more pressure when you go from India A to India. It’s good learning curve for them. There were a lots of errors committed by the batsmen. We were not playing with out first XI in the bowling department.

Our lengths were not right,” Dhoni said making it clear that Rishi Dhawan and Jaydev Unadkat were not upto the mark.

Zimbabwe captain Graeme Cremer said the inspiring victory has taken a big monkey off his back and warned the visitors of even better performance in the remaining matches.

“Excellent to comeback from the losses in ODI series. A lot of pressure off me. We are not going to stop here,” he said.

Cremer was effusive in his praise for Elton Chigumbura, who played a sensational knock of unbeaten 55 off 26 balls for them.

“We know Elton can always be dangerous. He is one innings away from doing something special again. India are a tough side, today it could have gone either way and luckily it went our way.” — Reuters, PTI

O LY M P I C S

FORMULA ONE

Rosberg on pole in Baku after Hamilton hits wall BAKU: Championship leader Nico Rosberg took pole position for Azerbaijan’s first Formula One Grand Prix on Saturday after Mercedes team mate and title rival Lewis Hamilton hit a wall and qualified only 10th.

Mexican Sergio Perez qualified second for Force India but will drop five places due to an unscheduled gearbox change after he crashed in final practice on the Baku street circuit.

That demotion lifted Red Bull’s Australian Daniel Ricciardo to the front row for Sunday’s European

MAN OF THE MATCH: Zimbabwe’s Elton Chigumbura, left, plays a

Grand Prix with Ferrari’s Sebastian Vettel third and the German’s Finnish team mate Kimi Raikkonen fourth.

“They’ve done a great job up to now, with the track especially,” said Rosberg, who had been slower than triple world champion Hamilton in practice but may yet have the last laugh. It was an exciting qualifying. It’s one of the easiest places to overtake so it should be an exciting race.”

The pole was the 25th of Rosberg’s career and first since Russia in April when Hamilton also quali-

fied 10th after an engine failure.

The German won that race with Hamilton second. Saturday’s pole will have been all the sweeter for the German after Hamilton criticised rivals, including Rosberg, for ‘moaning’ about details of the street circuit whose layout winds around ancient city walls but also has long straights.

The final phase of qualifying was halted with two minutes remaining after Hamilton, winner of the previous two races and nine points adrift of Rosberg in the standings, misjudged Turn 10 and smashed his

front right suspension. Rosberg was out of his car by the time the session resumed but, with Hamilton no longer a threat, his pole time of one minute 42.758 seconds was safe.

“I can’t really say yet what possibilities there are but obviously I have to try and get up as high as possible tomorrow. It is damage limitation from here and I will do what I can,” said Hamilton.

“I had a fantastic rhythm yesterday but zero today. Sometimes it happens,” added the Briton, who was fastest in all three practice sessions. - Reuters

IOC unlikely to overturn Russia ban, says Coates MELBOURNE: The International Olympic Committee is unlikely to overturn world athletics’ ban on the Russian track and field team at the Rio de Janeiro Games, IOC Vice-President John Coates said on Saturday.

The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) on Friday unanimously upheld its ban on Russian athletes competing at international competitions due to state-sponsored doping.

Russia has cried foul over the ban

and President Vladimir Putin said he hoped for an “appropriate response” from the IOC. Coates said he would be “very, very surprised” if the IOC moved to overturn the ban at a summit on Tuesday in Lausanne.

“It’s an international federation’s right to suspend a national federation and I don’t think we would overturn that at all,” Coates, one of the IOC’s most powerful officials, told reporters in Melbourne. — Reuters

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SPORTS BIG WINS FOR SIALKOT A & B IN OMANTEL PSC RAMADAN CRICKET

Sialkot Stallion A, Sialkot Stallion B, Al Nafeesa & Hassina Jewellers notched wins in the ongoing Omantel Ramadan Tape Ball Cricket Tournament at the Pakistan School Muscat ground. In the first match Sialkot Stallion A scored 142 for 2 in 8 overs (Arman Butt 56, Fahim 67 not out) to beat Cricket Phanton 45 for 5 in 8 overs by 103 runs. In the second match, Sialkot Stallion B scored 157 for 1 in 8 overs (Waqsa 87 not out, Adnan 46) to defeat City Centre Hotel 36 for 7 in 8 overs by 121 runs.

In the third match, Al Nafeesa & Hassina Jewellers beat Pakistan School Muscat by 10 wickets. — Supplied photo

FOOTBALL

Al Wohda begin with victory

MUSCAT: Al Wohda began with a win in the Fun Zone Football Tournament organised

by Ahli Al Khoudh Team in the Wilayat of Seeb.

The tournament has 32 teams in fray and the they have been divided into eight groups of four teams each. The tournament continues till the 25th day of Ramadan.

Al Wohda beat Shatti Al Mouj 4-1 in the tournament opener. Ibrahim Al Hajri, Othman Al Habsi, Ahmed al Mahrami scored for Al Wohda and the fourth goal was an own goal by the defender of Shatti Al Mouj team. Sultan Ahmed scored for Al Mouj.

Bowh team beat Blanco 3-1 in the other match. Faisal Al Qarwani (1 goal) and Murwan Al Qarwashi (2 goals) scored for Bowh team. Mohammed Al Mawali scored for Blanco team .

Shabab Ainat team beat Al A’aila team of Barka 1-0, while Casanova beat Mawaleh City 4-1, while Al Aila ( Mabella) beat Al Youfi 5-2.

Holland beat Al Ain team 5-2 and Ghana beat Shabab Bausher team 3-0, while Fifa Sports beat Al Reef 2-0.

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MANAGING MACROSOMIA Newborns weighing more than eight pounds, thirteen ounces (4,000g) are considered to be Macrosomic. There are several risks of having a Macrosomic baby and when women carry a largerthan-average baby complications increases manifold.

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he birth of a baby in Muscat weighing 4.5kg was recently in news. It was considered to be a rare achievement to have a normal delivery of a Macrosomic baby for the first time here in Oman. Dr Fareena Jabeen, gynaecology specialist and obstetrician at Apollo Hospital, who had performed the crucial delivery, says that one must know what is Macrosomia, the term that is used to describe larger-than-average babies.

“Macrosomia occurs in 1-10% of all deliveries and it may place the mother and foetus or neonate at risk for adverse outcomes. Antenatal risk factors reportedly predict Macrosomia at birth,” says Dr Fareena.

According to World Health Organisation, newborns weighing more than eight pounds, thirteen ounces (4,000g) are considered to be Macrosomic. While it is difficult to determine whether a baby is Macrosomic or not during pregnancy, sometimes gynaecologists are able to detect it through ultrasound examination but in most cases one can only figure out once the baby is born.

There are several risks of having a Macrosomic baby and when women carry a larger-than-average baby complications increases manifold.

There are several causes of Macrosomia. Although genetics may be the most significant factor de-

termining your baby’s growth and development, other factors include high blood sugar levels from gestational diabetes or diabetes mellitus, obesity, and gaining extra weight during pregnancy.

“With the increase in the frequency of gestational diabetes over the years we are detecting more cases of Macrosomia and the most common cause for Macrosomia is gestational diabetes.

However, in rare instances an expecting mother with no diabetic history can give birth to a Macrosomic baby,” says Dr Fareena.

Talking about maternal diabetes Dr Fareena says that it is one of the strongest risk factors associated with giving birth to an infant that is considered large for gestational age. Pre-gestational and gestational diabetes result in foetal Macrosomia.

“A history of Macrosomia can influence future pregnancies.

Women who previously delivered a Macrosomic foetus are 5-10 times more likely than women without such a history to deliver a baby considered large for gestational age the next time they become pregnant,” tells the doctor.

Risks associated with Macrosomia can be divided into three categories: maternal risks, foetal risks, and neonatal risks. Maternal risks include risks associated with the passage of a large foetus through the birth canal. Mac-

rosomic foetuses place the mother at increased risk of birth canal lacerations. In addition, the risk of Caesarean delivery is higher in pregnancies complicated by Macrosomia. Foetal risks associated with Macrosomia include birth trauma like shoulder dystocia, brachial plexus injuries, and death. Shoulder dystocia occurs when after delivery of the foetal head; the baby’s anterior shoulder gets stuck behind the mother’s pubic bone. Brachial plexus is the network of nerves that sends signals from the spine to the shoulder, arm and hand. Neonatal risks include hypoglycaemia, haematological disturbances, and electrolyte disturbances.

How to Prevent Macrosomia?

Diabetes being one of the main reasons, Macrosomia can be prevented by managing the blood sugar level. A pregnant woman must have a diet that is high in complex carbohydrates and dietary fibre and low in cholesterol, fat, and refined sugars. It is important to talk to the gynaecologist if one is gaining excessive weight during pregnancy and must fit in at least 30 minutes of general exercises that are not very rigorous.

Macrosomic babies are mostly deliveries through C-section but if they have a normal delivery then they should be thoroughly examined after birth.

Vital Facts ĊŗŗŗFoetal sex influences Macrosomic potential. Male infants weigh more than female infants at any gestational age. Recent studies have confirmed this association. ĊŗŗŗExcessive amniotic fluid defined as greater than or equal to 60th percentile for gestational age has recently been associated with Macrosomia. ĊŗŗŗDespite these so-called risk factors for Macrosomia, much of the variation in birth weights remains unexplained. Most infants who weigh more than 4,500g have no identifiable risk factors. ĊŗŗŗA glucose tolerance test at 24-28 weeks of gestation screens for gestational diabetes. Early glucose screening is necessary for women with risk factors for the development of diabetes (e.g., obesity, strong family history of diabetes, prior pregnancy affected by Macrosomia, or gestational diabetes). ĊŗŗŗThe obstetrician involved in the care of a Macrosomic infant must be familiar with procedures that release a shoulder dystocia at delivery. ĊŗŗŗOperative deliveries (e.g., forceps, vacuum) must be performed with caution in infants with risk factors for Macrosomia. Midpelvic procedures are associated with a much greater risk of significant shoulder dystocia in Macrosomic infants than Non-Macrosomic infants. –swati@timesofoman.com

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Film information 24791641 / 24786776 Website: www.isurf.co.om Kammati Paadam ( Mal) (Act\Drama) Cast : Dulquer Salmaan & Vinayakan 9-30 Pm Cinema Main Gentleman (Telugu)(Thriller\Romance) Cast: Nani & Surabhi Thomas 9-45 pm Cinema -3 Enakku Innoru Per Irukku ( Tamil) ( Act\ Comedy) Cast: G.V. Prakesh Kumar & Anandhi 9-30 pm Cinema -2 Jacobinte Swargarajyam ( Mal) (Comedy\ Drama) Cast: Nivin Pauly Renji Panicker & Lakshmi Ramakrishna 9-45 pm Cinema-4 Next Change: Udta Punjab (Hindi); Oka Manasu (Telugu)

Yoga Hosers (12+) (Comedy | Fantasy | Horror) Cast: Johnny Depp, Vanessa Paradis, LilyRose Melody Depp 9:30 PM Kammatti Paadam (12+) (Malayalam | Crime) Cast: Dulquer Salman, Shaun Romy 10:15 PM Road Games (2D)(12+) (Thriller) Cast: Andrew Simpson, Joséphine de La Baume, Frédéric Pierrot 11:15 PM

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Now You See Me 2 (Action/Thriller) Cast: Jesse Eisenberg, Mark Ruffalo,Woody Harrelson 9.30 & 11.45 p.m.

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CP No: 1253 (12+) Yoga Hosers ( Comedy/Horror) Cast: Johny Depp, Lily Rose Melody Depp, Harley Quinn Smith 9.30 p.m.

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SALALAH Now You See Me 2 (PG12) (Action | Comedy |Thriller) Cast: Jesse Eisenberg, Mark Ruffalo, Woody Harrelson 9:15, 11:45 PM

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Screen 2 Housefull 3 (2D) (Comedy / Drama) –PG12 Cast : Akshay Kumar, Ritesh Deshmukh, Nargis Fakhri, Jacqueline Fernandez 10.00 PM

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Arm Kick Back Exercise Will Make You Look Forward Description: Who doesn’t want to wear sleeveless during summer or in the beach but sometimes you are shy to show that huge arms and you’re not even a boxer. You can tone it down by regularly doing the Arm Kick Back, be patient and you’ll surely see the results in no time. This will tone your arms and make it slim.

Warm Up is Really Cool Description: Warming up can involve static and dynamic stretching, whether which one of the two will suit you better, this is an imperative activity to prepare your body for hard work. Warm up literally means warming up your body as cold muscles are more prone to injury. It also prepares your nervous system and your muscles, it increases the delivery of blood and oxygen, and it will help you focus your mind on your performance.

How to do it: While standing, hold a weight in one hand and bend the opposite knee, leaning forward at a 45 degree angle. Keep your elbow close to your body and fully contract your tricep. The only movement should occur between your elbow and your fingertip.

How to do it: You can start with some neck rotations, side arm raises, hip rotation, arm rotation, single hip rotations and you can also run on the treadmill if you are in the gym while stretching your arms on the side and then on top of your head while you are running, just be a little bit extra careful not to fall.

Tip: You can also try to do some light kicks and punches and if you prefer to do simple stretching, you can opt to hold a lightweight dumbbell.

Repeat: You can keep it in minimum of 4 minutes and longer if you have more time.

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Side Plank Will Make You The Centre of Attention Description: Planking is one of the best exercises for abs, it will help you build deep inner core muscles that will set down the spadework for achieving that six-pack dream. You have to remember that as your abdominal muscles become stronger your mid-section will tighten.

How to do it: Lie on left side with left hand on the floor beneath left shoulder, right fingers should be behind your head, let inside of your right foot rest on floor in front of left foot. Tighten abs, push it into left hand to lift your body so it forms a diagonal line from head to heels, for extra challenge, use a little weight.

Tip: The side plank is good for the abs but it will not give you abs and let us make this as clear and simple as possible, we all have abs, it is all there inside of us but it is covered with fats.

For women, to achieve the 6-pack abs - your body should just be composed of 9% fat, for men, it has to be 6% fat. A good diet and nutrition should always be a partner of these exercises.

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ubai-based fitness guru, model and TV presenter Rania Gamal debunks the usual excuse of people that they have no time to exercise. She has prepared four simple and basic strength workout training that can help you achieve a fit and healthy body in just 4 minutes.

“I have always been an advocate of fitness and wellness and my greatest happiness is to inspire and help others reach their dreams of having a fit body that will give them more confidence and will promote a better, healthy lifestyle,” says Rania Gamal. These four easy exercises that anyone can do at home or in the gym for just 4 minutes each with the effects that it can give to you, plus tips that will help you achieve your dream summer body.

Tip: This is only 4 minutes but again if you have more time than that, you can pair it up and add it up with other exercise such as ‘quadruped kickback’ by doing a dog style position with your hands on top of the dumbbells, bend right elbow by side and lift left knee a few inches off the floor then do a triceps kickback with right arm by extending elbow as left leg extends just right behind your hips.

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Balancing Deadlift Will Make You Alive Description: This will strengthen your gluteus, will support and strengthen the core muscles of your body, and will provide movement and support to your core area and abdominal muscles too.

How to do it: Stand with your two feet, keep them together first and then slightly bend your knee while holding dumbbells, balance your right leg and hang on from your hips as you need to keep your spine naturally straight and extend a leg up behind hip. Row dumbbells up by sides, bending elbows behind your body. Try to gently lower dumbbells back down and recur to the beginning. Repeat on the other leg.

Tip: Try to hold and brace the abs in tight to help with the right balancing.

The best way to do it is to start with a lower kilo of dumbbells and gradually increase weight.

Repeat: 15-20 — Courtesy of Infinity 8

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Atlas Copco Explorac R50 Drill Rig suitable to drill 100 mm to 600 mm dia hole mounted on Scania P124, 4x4 HZ 2007 model with 12” class DTH Hammer & 500 mm bit. Atlas Copco Air compressor XAHS 536 (25Bar, 1136 CFM) in good condition, prices negotiable.

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Photos can be sent 95865457 Villa for sale in Mabela 6 rooms, living room & hall.

Contact: 91763665 Urgent sale of steel scrap only serious buyers kindly contact +968 96725423 for viewing the items.

Clinic license for Sale and Pharmacy for lease : specialized Clinic license with Pharmacy license for sale. Send your enquiry: moc.hrd2015@gmail.com Contact: 97092099 / 97253669

AVAILABLE Party & Wedding equipment rentals. Full line, from Tables, Linen & Skirting, Chairs & Chair covers, Cutlery, Crockery, Glassware, Chafing Dishes, Ice Sculptures, to Large Sound Systems and spectacular lighting. Call Andrea 9606 2222 for Catering and Croyden 9623 5555 for Sound & Light. ww.tunesoman.com, E-mail: info@tunesoman.com

BUYING Used office house furniture & electronic items. Contact: 99834373 / 96642500 Bobcat available for rent.

Contact 97623299 Buying cars for cash.

Contact 90202090

Independent room in Qurum / Hail. Contact: 96229522 Room, bath room for executives in Wadi kabir. Contact 99336206 Separate entrance attach bath for exertive bachelor.

Contact: 93231403 /93324458 Sharing accommodation (furnished & with A/C) with kitchen facility available near Al Falaj hotel in Ruwi. Contact 92704439 Furnished apartment for rent, two rooms, majlis, hall, kitchen.

Near Carrefour al-mawalah.

Contact 99336776 One room available in 2BHK in Al Falaj area for Executive bachelor only. Contact 99131742.

Furnished room attached bath for Indian bachelor, Al-Falaj Ruwi & lady Wadi Kabir near Mars hypermarket. Contact: 96202458/96761960 Sharing Accommodation available for working ladies opposite Al Nadhah Hospital. Preferably Indians. Room with seperate toilet and sharing kitchen.RO.90.

Contact 96524717 Room available in Mumtaz area 1 room, 1 Bathroom, Kitchen & 1 room, common bathroom. Interested pleasecontact 92680041 Mr. Altaf Sharing accommodation near ISD. Contact: 99657340 Room for rent in Qurum attached bathroom and kitchen.

Contact: 99664703 Furnished sharing accommodation available at Walja family / Ex bachelor. Contact: 93223278 Room with attached bathroom for a family in Wadi Kabir.

Contact: 97167857 Room available for Executive bachelor at Al Hail.

Contact 96234708 Furnish bedroom with attach bathroom for executive bachelor.

Contact: 97704794 1 BHK appartment for rent in Al Khoud Shabiya near mazoon mosque for rent (next to alkhoud medical center and squ) MOB: 93913224 Room with attached bathroom and sharing kitchen available for Executive bachelor or small family at wadikabir.

Contact 93049849 Room available for family / bachelor opposite to o.K. Center, Ruwi.

Gsm 942-888-63

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Ladies only for our new beauty salon in Al Amerat, Mahaj 5 near Sultan Center.

Applicants must have a minimum of 2 years experience in beauty salon ŽƉĞƌĂƟ ŽŶƐ Θ ŶŽƚ ĞdžĐĞĞĚ ϰϬ LJĞĂƌƐ ŽĨ ĂŐĞ͘ Ʃ ƌĂĐƟ ǀĞ ƐĂůĂƌLJ ǁŝůů ďĞ Žī ĞƌĞĚ to competent applicants.

Sales Engineer For reputed IT Company Preferred NOC and Oman Driving Licence

If interested submit your CV with recent color photo to:

Apply to : salesoman@technowavegroup.com

eleganceecho@gmail.com or Contact - 97233041

SITUATION WANTSIT. WANTED ACCOUNTANTPART TIME

TOURS/ TRAVEL

ACCOUNT. & FINANCE

Qualified Person (Female/ Male) on a part time basis is required to audit, supervise and complete all accounts work up to finalization on a day- today basis. The location is near Oman House-Mutt rah.

Apply to

Ticketing assistant, for immediate employment we are looking for a Filipino male good knowledge of computers and communication skills our travel agency in Ruwi, Please send your CV to info@venusinternationalgroup. com

Indian male 27 yrs, MBA finance with 4 years experience currently in Muscat on visit visa seeking suitable placement in finance / admin. Contact: 90921724

gm@alnoorprojects.com

SITUATION WANTSIT. WANTED

Excellent grade construction company requires the following for its building material showroom Procurement Manager Sale Manager/B2C Expertise Marketing Manager/ B2B Expertise Showroom Manager Store Manager Warehouse Assistant Graphic Designer Cashier Kindly check conditions on our website & upload your CV in career page

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SITUATION VACANT Urgently required well experienced Chemical Engineer Žƌ ĞƋƵŝǀĂůĞŶƚ ƋƵĂůŝĮ ĞĚ ƉĞƌƐŽŶ ǁŝƚŚ ŵŝŶŝŵƵŵ 5 years KŵĂŶ džƉĞƌŝĞŶĐĞ ƉĂƌƟ ĐƵůĂƌůLJ Žŝů Į ĞůĚ ĐŚĞŵŝĐĂůƐ ƉƌŽĐƵƌĞŵĞŶƚ͘ WƌŝŵĞ ƌĞƐƉŽŶƐŝďŝůŝƟ ĞƐ ǁŝůů ďĞ ƐŽƵƌĐŝŶŐ͕ ƉƌĞƉĂƌŝŶŐ ƋƵŽƚĞ ĂŶĚ ĞŶƐƵƌĞ ƚŚĞ ĚĞůŝǀĞƌLJ͘ ƉƉůŝĐĂƟ ŽŶ <ŶŽǁůĞĚŐĞ ŽĨ ĐŚĞŵŝĐĂůƐ ǁŝůů ďĞ ĂŶ ĂĚĚĞĚ ĂĚǀĂŶƚĂŐĞ͘ KŵĂŶ ƌŝǀŝŶŐ ůŝĐĞŶƐĞ ŝƐ DƵƐƚ͘ ^ŚŽƵůĚ ďĞ ĂďůĞ ƚŽ ũŽŝŶ ŝŵŵĞĚŝĂƚĞůLJ ǁŝƚŚ EK ͘

Construction Company looking for Architect with experience in Oman. Contact 97192707

ACCOUNTS An Omani Audit firm is seeking audit partner to join the firm, the candidate should be completed any certificate course CIA,CPA, CA, ACC, and 4 years’ experience, interested candidates to submit their CVs to : auditbureau2016@gmail.com An Omani Audit firm is seeking audit partner to join the firm, the candidate should be completed any certificate course CIA,CPA, CA, ACC, and 4 years’ experience, interested candidates to submit their CVs to : auditbureau2016@gmail.com

BEAUTICIAN Urgently required a Gulf experienced professional hair dresser cum beautician (lady) for a reputed beauty salon. Immediate appointment. Contact: 99816262 / 98557585 Fax: 24796211 Email: skin.hair.makeup@gmail.com Beauty salon needs lady for henna. Contact: 93336061

CATERING Urgently required south Indian cooks with NOC, having suitable experienced. Contact: 94268319 /97408945 Email: ashok.k55@yahoo.com Shawarma / grill / Salad / Chinese, Cook. Contact: 96229522 Shawarma / grill / Salad / Asian Cook. Contact: 95529970

DOMESTIC HELPER House maid cooking cleaning experienced with babies required immediately. Contact: 95584060 / 98920399 House maid for Omani family.

Contact: 99773100

WANTED Female Gynaecologist, Female GP- Two Female Staff Nurse (From India or Pilipino)and One Female Dental Assist and Female Lab Technician.

With MOH Licence and Data Flow for Al Saadi Specilised Medical Centre, Musanna.

Contact # 92025033, Email : dr.srininvas76@gmail.com

DESIGNER

Urgently required a Graphic designer with 2 years experience in graphic designing, Photoshop, illustrator. Send CV to email: hr@cityvago.com

ENGI./TECH./MECH. Fabrication Engineer to run fabrication workshop on commission basis. Email: hrinfome@gmail.com Building materials company need Sales Engineer with engineering graduate Omani driving license good experience, speak English fluently. Please send the CV through below mail homam_980@hotmail.com Testing / Protection Engineer with minimum 05 years of experience and should have Oman DCRP license, Interested candidates send resume to krishivan@gmail.com Qualified and experience Technician required for the kitchen restaurant equipments. Who can repair hot and cold equipments will be preferred. Contact: Email: alsatrading14@gmail.com / Fax: 24727481 Electrician with qualification and experience. Contact: Email: alsatrading14@gmail.com / Fax: 24727481 CCTV & Burglar alarm Technician. Urgently looking for an Expatriate with minimum 5 years experience with NOC. Email your CV with recent Photograph to: joyr@alasalaintl.com

IT DRIVER Required Omani Driver for a restaurant. Contact 95929911 Looking for a full time driver with valid Omani license.

Contact: 95454033 Urgently required heavy duty Drivers with licence.

Contact 99344112 Wanted a experience Driver for Capital and Interior work.

Gsm : 942-888-63 Required urgently driver, experience Omani or expat drivers with P.D.O. license. Contact: 98242478

ACCOUNTANTPART TIME Qualified Person (Female/ Male) on a part time basis is required to audit, supervise and complete all accounts work up to finalization on a day- today basis. The location is near Oman House-Mutt rah.

Apply to

gm@alnoorprojects.com Advertising and signboard making company required fresh or experience graphic designer send CV to info@agloenterprises.com

Required Shop Sales man + Hardware Technician for IT Company with minimum 2 years experience.

Contact: 98825806 / 98825806, Email: info@rns-group.com

MEDICAL Urgently required Pharmacist for a Pharmacy in Barka.

Contact: 99452755 Orthodontist for Dental Center in Muscat, Specialist Endodontist & General Dentist with MOH license from Oman. Nurses & Marketing female Executive. Contact: akdmuscat@hotmail.com

Indian male Accountant 2.5 years exp in Oman with valid D/L NOC available. Contact: 98870112 Indian male, B.Com MBA, 4 yrs in L&T total 26 years Gulf experienced English, Arabic speaking driving license with NOC. Contact: 95588565 Indian male Chartered Accountant 2 years experience in Oman having Oman driving license looking for suitable placement in finance or audit field NOC available. Contact : 96357827 Email: ubaiskeeran@gmail.com Accountant Having 5 Years experience in reputed companies.

Currently working in Muscat (NOC AVAILABLE) GSM.91367217 Email Shahid0717@gmail.com

Mail cv to: kalashekar@yahoo.co.in

ARCHITECT

ACCOUNT. & FINANCE

MEDICAL

WANTED SALES ENGINEER A REPUTED TRADING COMPANY DEALING WITH AGENCY PRODUCTS IN OIL & GAS, PETROCHEMICALS AND POWER SECTORS, IS LOOKING FOR A

SALES ENGINEER HAVING AN EXPERIENCE OF 2-3 YEARS IN DEALING WITH PIPING MATERIALS, VALVES, INSTRUMENTATION ITEMS, CABLES, FLARE PACKAGES ETC. HAVING VALID OMAN DRIVING LICENCE AND CANDIDATES WHO CAN GET A NOC FROM THE CURRENT EMPLOYER MAY APPLY TO :

saleseng2016@gmail.com

SALES / MARKETING

Indian/MBA/male Chief Accountant 18Yrs Experience, MIS, C.Flow, Budgeting, ERP, Cost accounting &Liasing with auditors. NOC available.

Contact: 92254691/97826674 email: khader2305@gmail.com ACCA qualified professional lady with 5 years experience in finance management accounts is looking for a suitable placement NOC can be Contact: 94521899 Part Time Accounting, Audit Preparation, Internal Audit, Monthly Reports, Accounting set up for new companies, GSM: 96975454, email: ibfc.gcc@gmail.com Chief Accountant, well experienced available. Contact: 95598477

GP doctor needed for reputed clinic. Preferably with MOH license or with Dataflow & Paramatics pass Contact: 95388934

Advertising & interior company required Sales Executive with driving /L send CV to info@agloenterprises.com

Indian male 43 yrs accountant presently on tourist visa looking for suitable placement in a company 18yrs experience in managing finance in Indian and abroad.

Contact: 90190648

Care Medical Centre Al Seeb requires Gynecologist and General Practitioner. Mail CV to: sarita_h23@yahoo.com

Urgent Required, Outdoor sales 3-5 years of experience in spare part. - Store Keeper 2 years experience. -Accountant 2-3 years experience.-4 Store labors.

All Candidates should be Indian, English speakers. NOC is a must.

Email: Muscat.supply13@gmail. com Fax: 24504723

Young Indian male 28 years CA Final first group completed MBA finance BBM 3 years CA training experience looking for suitable placement currently in visiting visa.

Contact: +968 99782750 Email: mohammedsabeer2317@gmail.com

Required GP Doctors, gynecology, X ray tech staff nurses.

Contact: 99681325 Email: altaqwamedicalcentre@gmail.com Urgently required for a Medical Centre (male / female) GP Doctor, Pediatrician, Gynecologist with MOH license, for job or running the clinic. Send your CV moc.hrd2015@gmail.com Contact: 97092099 / 97253669 Wanted Staff Nurse for a dermatology clinic in Muscat .

Must have MOH license and NOC. Attractive salary offered. Email: clinicvacancy2015@gmail.com Urgently required experienced female Lab Technician, with knowledge of histopathology & cytology, with MOH release, for a well-known laboratory in Al Khuwair. Contact: 95271561/98893034 Required gynecologist GEN: practitioner lady lab Technician and pharmacologist immediately for a clinic in Suwaiq.

Contact 95081010 Email: umchealthcare@gmail.com

MISCELLANEOUS Required candidates for following posts: Accountant, Storekeeper, Foreman Building Maintenance, Van-salesman (water), Helpers.

Candidates with Omani driving license preferred.

Contact 99273774/99202278 Urgently required operator for a new stationary block factory. Send CV to alomranmcpllc@yahoo.com Contact: 97092070

SKILLED / UNSKILLED Required Indian Mason – 5 nos., eligibility (minimum 5 yrs experience in road construction field).

Contact: 99882127 Email: georgymv@yahoo.com

Require Salesman with D/L for construction, Ind materials, hydraulic hoses & fittings.

Contact 99221683 / 92830110 Branch Manger required to manage entire Business. ftt@futuretarget.net 99110080 Required marketing / PR manager for a modern restaurant group in Oman , proficient in illustrator & Photoshop charismatic , proactive , creative & flexible excellent writing / Editing skills degree in relevant area fluent in English. Send CV to marketingpr2016@gmail.com Required smart, young, dynamic Sales & Marketing Executive having 2-3 years sales experience for a reputed manufacturing company in Oman, having its Head Office in Ruwi. Experience in building materials is an added advantage. Omani Driving License and NOC is a must.

Attractive remuneration package.

Apply with photograph to E-mail: salesjobds@gmail.com Required female person to work at the retail shop/Marketing.

Please send your CV on e mail: zeyanaalharmaly@yahoo.com A new Sanitary ware Company looking for a Salesman who has experience in Oman markets not than 5 years. Send C.V : alkunzite@yahoo.com

SECRETARIAL & OFFICE Customer Service Executive, for immediate employment we are looking for a Filipino male with a minimum experience of one year or more in customer support.

Candidate should be well versed in English with good computer knowledge. Please send your CV to info@venusinternationalgroup. com or contact us on: 99189303

Accountant Indian male, 6 years experience up to finalization in tally with reporting knowledge & good knowledge of payroll, having Oman D/L, NOC. Contact: 92540313 Accountant , female , 1 &half years experience up to finalization in tally, good knowledge in reporting, pursuing ACCA, valid D/L. Contact: 95373751 Chief Accountant/Finance Manager – Indian male, CA Finalist, having 20 years’ experience in Finance, Accounts, Audit, Finalization of Accounts, preparation of Project Reports etc., looking for immediate placement. 12 yrs. in Oman in Construction and Consultancy co., have Omani D/L, knows Tally. Contact 94041048, Email : jobmuscat49@gmail.com Part time accounting workers up to finalization, on monthly basis & yearly finalization works.

Contact : 96247295 28/male/MBA - finance/B.Com Accountant with 4 years of Dubai/ India experience looking for a suitable placement. Contact 90187483 shobinkarikkan1987@gmail.com Accountant available with NOC, 7 years experience in Oman.

Ready to join immediately.

Contact 98263394 Indian male 36 yrs B.Com having 10 yrs experience (5 yrs in K.S.A) with valid GCC License accounting (Tally) & Marketing looking for suitable placement available in Oman visit visa. Contact: 95352176 Email: shences1980@gmail.com Indian male, 34 years, B.Com, experience in Accounts, Marketing & Administration over all more than 9 years of experience in GCC (Bahrain & Oman) is currently looking for suitable job having D/L & NOC. Contact: 99548543

Indian (Male) having 17+years Experience in Trading & Healthcare seeking senior Position in Accounts (11 years GCC Experience)currently on Resident Visa (NOC Available) and has a valid Omani Driving Licence. Contact: 91335026; skumartp@gmail.com Indian male age 26, Accountant one year experience in accounts looking for suitable job. Contact Email: Anishkhan991867@gmail.

Com Mobile: +968 9565 9415 Qualified and experienced MBA post graduate with proven work exposure in Middle East & India, having more than 5.5 years of rich experience in accounts , project coordination and administration in (3.5 years UAE experience) oil and gas projects is currently looking for suitable job. Contact 93953613, Email-allen.mathew83@gmail.com Indian male 25 yrs, Graduate in commerce, overall 5 yrs exp in accounts/ finance field. On visit visa. Immediately available.

Contact 92836216 / muhammad.tausif623@gmail.com Well experienced Account M.Com available with NOC, Tally & ERP. Contact : 99035707 Indian female 28 yrs B.Com 4 yrs experience in MNC’s currently in Muscat seeking suitable placement in Finance / Admin.

Contact: 94743790 Indian male 34 yrs, M.Com – Finance with 5 yrs experience in Accounts in India, presently in visiting visa looking for a suitable placement. Contact: 93671785 Email: jeyan903@gmail.com Indian male 34 Yrs, Dual MBA Finance and marketing with IT skills, 7+ yrs of experience, Looking for suitable placement. contact 94879615,Emailsajan_chacko1981@yahoo.com Sudanese Accountant, Alexandria University Graduate bachelor of commerce Diploma of Marketing professional photographer worked in PR and social media for 2 years looking for a job in public relations media, social media or marketing.

Contact: 96976240 ACCA member with 6 yrs of experience in Oman looking for a suitable job in finance. Contact: 99284193 Accountant 8Years Experience with D/L and NOC. Contact 97712084 Accountant MBA finance with 8 years experience on a visit visa.

Contact: 968 91736849 Indian, Kerala Male B.COM & B.PE, Currently on Visit Visa. Looking for a suitable job in Accounts, Store Keeper, Sales etc. Ready to join as early as possible. Contact: 96988923 email:- sajith3969@gmail.com

ARCHITECT Architect looking for a freelance work in designing am modeling in 3D program and architecture.

Contact: 96041201 Architect Engineer seeking for suitable job, 8 years experience.

GSM : 96075000, Email : haytham_201046@yahoo.com Indian female diploma architect 6 years exp in Oman Engineering consultancy, valid Oman driving license. Contact: 96683293 / 97750870 Architect female 5 years experience seeking job. Contact: 96146645 Email: anjuovil@gmail.com

ADMIN Young Omani male have experience 12 years as P.R.O, CLERK Helper Supervisor Admin Supervisor, H.R Manager have diploma in H.S.E, IT and P.D.O license, looking for H.R position or P.R.O part time or full time. Contact: 95933288 Young Omani male have experience 12 years as P.R.O, CLERK Helper Supervisor Admin Supervisor, H.R Manager have vocational M.B.A diploma in H.S.E, IT and P.D.O license, looking for H.R position or P.R.O part time or full time.

Contact: 95933288

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ENGINEER

Sudanese Male 35 yrs B.Sc Electronic System Engineering

Indian male MBA Finance & Marketing 25 yrs having 1.9 years of experience Finance & Marketing Contact: 95206140/ 96992013

Contact : 93919943 agneljerin@yahoo.com

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Email: gabaroki2k@gmail.com Mob:+97450475034

bonnythomas007@gmail.com

ADMIN

An MBA (MĂƌŬĞƟ ŶŐ ĂŶĚ Finance)

Indian Male MBA (UK),

An MBA (MĂƌŬĞƟ ŶŐ ĂŶĚ Finance)

AŌ Ğƌ Žŵ ;Oĸ ĐĞ ŵĂŶĂŐĞŵĞŶƚ ĂŶĚ ƐĞĐƌĞƚĂƌŝĂů ƉƌĂĐƟ ĐĞͿ GƌĂĚƵĂƟ ŽŶ ǁŝƚŚ ^ W ZW ĂŶĚ ĐĐŽƵŶƚƐ ;^ W ĞƌƟ Į ĞĚͿ͕ ĚŝƉůŽŵĂ ŝŶ IŶƚĞƌŶĂƟ ŽŶĂů &ŝŶĂŶĐŝĂů ZĞƉŽƌƟ ŶŐ ^ƚĂŶĚĂƌĚƐ ;/ WͲh<Ϳ͕ ƉĞĂĐŚ ƚƌĞĞ ĂĐĐŽƵŶƟ ŶŐ ĂŶĚ ĐŽŶƐŝĚĞƌĂďůĞ experience seeks suitable placement.

9 years experience in Dubai/London/ Mumbai in Management Consulting, Sales & Marketing, Business Development for Real Estate/Banking seeks similar placement with D/L.

WŝƚŚ ^ W ĞƌƉ ĂŶĚ ĂĐĐŽƵŶƚƐ ;^ W ĞƌƟ Į ĞĚͿ͕ ĚŝƉůŽŵĂ ŝŶ ůŶƚĞƌŶĂƟ ŽŶĂů &ŝŶĂŶĐŝĂů ZĞƉŽƌƟ ŶŐ ^ƚĂŶĚĂƌĚƐ ;/ WͲh<Ϳ͕ ƉĞĂĐŚ ƚƌĞĞ ĂĐĐŽƵŶƟ ŶŐ ĂŶĚ ĐŽŶƐŝĚĞƌĂďůĞ experience seeks suitable placement

Gsm:+958 98103250

Contact: 95168205

Gsm: +968 98103247

With 2 years exp in Telecom sector, currently on visit visa, looking for suitable placement.

Indian Female, MBA-HR having 8+ experience in Administration/ HR, Customer Support, Office Coordinator with good Computer skill, Now on Visit Visa,looking for suitable position. Contact: 90196235 Indian female, 27, MCA, 2 yrs experience in Administration and HR in India & Oman. Currently in family visa seeking suitable jobs preferably in Muscat.

Contact.99417993 Indian/ 23yrs female/ 5yrs GCC experience with NOC looking for a suitable position in HR/Admin /Accounts/BD. Contact: +96890656997 Indian female with nearly 10 years of Oman experience in Administration & HR, seeking suitable placement. NOC available.

Contact: 99242841 Filipino HRD especialist / material controller supervisor with 18 yrs experience looking for suitable job in Oman. Contact: (+968) 98037142 / (+968) 92659817 Indian female MBA / HR, 2.5 experience seeking suitable job.

Contact: 99257214

CATERING Filipino Cabin steward / Linen vallet is looking for suitable job in Oman. Contact: +968 91065438 or email: blonglive@gmail.com

DESIGNER/DRAUGHTSMAN Architectural Draftsmen diploma in construction technology with 6 years experience in drafting and detailing as per British standard in Oman with valid Omani license looking for suitable opportunity Noc available. Call 94375897.

Autocad works freelance, MEP, Civil works, Interior, 2d/3d, BOQ etc.

Contact 97103168 Revit, Autocad D/man, expected salary 200 OMR PH :92279784 Filipino Senior Revit/AutoCAD Draftsman with 20 years professional experience is looking for suitable job in Oman. Please Contact: 96489798, (+974) 66653780.

DRIVER Looking for driver job.

Contact: 99035942 /97383016 Looking for job driver.

Contact: 94158238 Six years experienced light duty vehicle driver looking for a suitable placement. Contact: 96362871 Full or part time driver available.

Contact 93540898 /91624908 Driver with light duty license 10 yrs exp. Contact: 94566432 13 years experience driver.

Contact 95068976 Experience driver 12 years experience in GCC, seeks suitable placement. Contact: 93722881 Search job for light driver, experience 3 years, language Hindi, English & Arabic. Contact: 92458526/ 97941771 Looking for job heavy license P.D.O. Contact: 92073175 / 95606146 Looking for driver job (private).

Contact: 98053733 Looking for driving job.

Contact: 93650209 Driver with car Subaru 2008 model.

Contact: 99640986 Looking for driving job.

Contact: 99518533 Bangladeshi driver looking for job.

Contact: 97418036 Looking for driving job light 2 years exp. Contact: 91625977

Email:

ENGG. / TECH./MECH. Civil Engineer diploma, 4 yrsexp seeks suitable position ina reputed company. NOC available.

Contact 96789711 Indian male 24 years dynamic & professional B.Tech (Mech. Engg) with 1 year experience working on BPCL project in India seeks opening for suitable post, currently in Oman. Contact: 93672286 / 97772272 B.E Mechanical Engineer, age 24 with almost 1 year experience as Production Shift Engineer, has achieved training on HVAC Engineering design and has good hands on software like AutoCAD and HAP.Currently in Oman on a visit visa, looking for a suitable placement.Contact: 95065955 email: mjs.jazeb@gmail.com Mechanical diploma, Indian male 26, 4 years experienced MEP supervisor seeks suitable openings NOC / Release available.

Contact: 97901559 Civil Engineer 8 years experience Structural buildings marine.

Available NOC release.

Contact: 92451323.

Email: zubairali134@yahoo.com Electrical Engineer 5 years experience substations oil & Gas water projects fluency in Arabic & English & English driving license available. Contact: 99525856

Indian male Electrical Engineer, having 6 years gulf experience in designing, assembling, commissioning execution etc having valid GCC license too looking for a suitable. Contact: 00968-98052942 Email: azamjeelani78@gmail.com HSE Engineer (B.E Mech+Diploma Safety+NEBOSH+OSHA) over 10yrs. Exp, (Visa Release Letter (NOC) available), seeking suitable placement, Mob:97061817, Email:jayanammu1977@gmail.com Civil Engineer (B.Tech), Indian male 24 years with 1+years Indian experience,(Certified in Staad Pro/ Quantity Survey/ Auto Cad).

Looking for a Suitable position.

Available In Sultanate of Oman (Muscat) on Visit Visa.

Contact 92157694. E-mail: mohammedamair.bin@gmail.com An Iraqi civil with more than 30 years experience in (Iraq and G.C.C) looking for a job, (N.O.C) available. Contact: 96561306 Email: iq.bgd.mnsr@gmail.com Indian male, Mechanical Engineer having 1year experience, on visit visa looking for suitable job. Contact:97416564, Email:jovinmathias@gmail.com Mechanical Engineer, B.Tech (Post Graduate) looking for suitable placement. Contact: 99576846 mail: rajeevt@modern-irrigation.com

Mechanical Engineer 7 years experience plumbing firefighting water pipeline projects fluency in Arabic and English driving license available. Contact: 91117089

Civil Engineer holder three years, exp UAE & Oman 9 years, I want job in civil work civil site Engineer.

Contact: 95714327 Email: zafarullah727@gmail.com

Mech. Engineer 10 years GCC exp automobile / oil & gas / const project / plant, equip machinery in charge with driving license NOC. Contact: 95774585

Automobile Mechanic ITI 3 years experience marine mechanical fitter 2 yrs experience.

Contact 93674847

B.Tech Civil Engineer 2 years experience on visit seeks urgent placement. Contact: 98233199 Electronics & telecommunication BE Indian male having skills in electronics communication, networking , embedded having 2 years experience looking for suitable position available in Oman on family visit visa.

Contact: 93051918 Email: sadatbtisekar25@gmail.com Architect Engineer seeking for suitable job 4 years experience currently working in Muscat, NOC available. Contact: 99823368 Indian male , 31yr , M.Tech electrical engineer , PGDBM , 2 years electrical experience , 4 years teaching , Oman valid driving license looking for suitable.

Contact: 93221395 Mechanical Engineer graduate graduates in business Admin 20 years experience in wood working industry managers position needed. Contact 94304757 Indian male 25 years experience with engineering dept Secretary – Document- controller – technical office with Oman driving license seeking better placement.

Contact: 92968712 Email: samjosh62@gmail.com Indian mechanical supervisor (diploma) 17 yrs experience in petrochemical construction (fabrication erection) in all steel structural and mechanical jobs, on visit visa seeks suitable placement.

Contact: 90924467 Email: pnpraveen@yahoo.co.in Indian male 24 ,B.E ( E.C.E ) graduate with 3 years of experience in the fields of BMS and Low current systems and has good knowledge about Electronic Security Systems, currently working in Oman, NOC Available. Contact:-94737033/ mohdmuhafez45@gmail.com

Mechanical Engineer 2 years experience as HVAC design & drafting, CAD, MEP Engg. Contact: 90150913

Civil Engineer 8 years experience in Oman as a project engineer for governmental & private projects.

Contact – 90164912 Young Indian, Engineering in Bio-technology, Bio-chemical and Chemical, looking for a challenging placement in Oman.

Contact 97607000. Email: sivasankarjayakumar@gmail.com Mechanical Engineer (B.Tech) Indian male with 2 year experience, AREA OF INTEREST Work on Oil Rigs, Work as an QA/ QC inspector, Ultrasonic testing, Radiographic testing.

Contact: +91 9567526566 Email: adujohnson10@gmail.com B.E Mechanical Engineer, age 33 with 6+ years experience in GCC in MEP building construction field (execution and design of HVAC,firefighting,plumbing), with D/L, NOC available Contact 96978380, Email: prajithks@gmail.com Diploma Engineering Instrumentation Technician, 2 years experience skills calibration & installation etc.

Contact: 98963344 / 96946408 Email: anfeeranfu4@gmail.com Construction Machinery repairs Engineer, 5 years, driving license, Contact - 94001961 Indian female 25years M.E (power electronics) 3years experience in teaching profession looking for suitable job. Contact no 97003267 & 94214909 Email: laliped106@gmail.com HSE Engineer / Advisor safety Fire Engineering Nebosh, OSHA & PDO HSE courses 15 years exp. NOC available seeking suitable placement. Contact: 94568700 Email: kurianjose2000@hayoo.com Electrical & Electronics Engr, knows autocad & revit.

PH: 93837973

Mechanical Engineer (B.Tech) Indian male with 1 year experience on visit visa looking for job, qualification in QA-QC, HVAC& piping engineering.

Contact: 90510800 Email: muhammedjaseem07@gmail.com

Mechanical Engineer 7 years experience HVAC, plumbing, firefighting, metal formation, fluency in Arabic & English, driving license available. Contact: 90933863

Electrical Engineer 1 year experience driving license, NOC available. Contact: 94879092

Indian male Civil Engg. 11 years experience having Omani driving license, NOC available.

Contact: 95797286 Email: nasim.anzar@yahoo.com

Highly experienced mechanical/ steel structural fabrication Engineer looking for suitable placement. NOC available. Contact: 99860714, Email: hussain20173@gmail.com.

Civil Engineer fresh Graduate with Omani driving license looking for job in any construction company.

Contact: 91745797 / 99190898 Email: alio_abdo@hotmail.com 8 years experience electrical engineer have knowledge MEP project have driving license can join shortly. Contact: 96535204 Civil Engineer (QS) 2 yrs exp seeking job UAE D/L. Contact: +96895641991 Quantity Surveyor / Site Engineer 6 years experience in Omani have valid driving license release available looking for immediate placement. Contact: 96394948 Chemical Engineer with MBA & experience looking for job.

Contact: 94908977 A Sudanese Mechanical Engineer Graduate from Malaysia, 6 years of work experience in projects, fluent in English & Arabic. NOC is available valid Omani driving license.

Contact: 95569340 Indian, B.Tech Civil Engineer, fresh, seeking suitable job.

Contact 99105402 / 91426175, Email : vairavi07@gmail.com

Sr. Quantity surveyor B.Tech (Civil Tech) above 8 years (7 years in Oman) having driving license NOC available. Contact: 92324791

ENGG. / TECH./MECH. Mechanical Engineer (Sudanese) 3 years experience : Fire fighting, HSE, Design, Production.

Contact: 93642704 Email: mohamedfdl87@gmail.com

IT

Pakistani male Diploma Civil Engineer 4yrs exp in Oman bulling & mega projects, valid license Oman.Contact:98921022

Female, 31, B.Tech- ECE/CCNA/ GSM, 5 yrs Oman experience in IT support (AD, exchange, TMG, UNIS Server admin, In-house apps support, project placement, Transfer NOC available. Contact: 95742398

Electrical Engineer Indian male 30 years having 5 years of experience in industrial automation & utility maintenance in India, holding valid Oman D/L. Contact: 92789995 mail: akhilabrahamlktr@gmail.com

Indian female MCA having 3 yrs experience in teaching looking for any suitable job in reputed organic station on visit skilled in programming language VB, JAVA ,C,C,TT & also WEB development.

Contact 90595322

Sr. Electrical Engineer with17+ yrs of exceptional exp in spear heading strategic planning and project management initiatives & executing various high rise residential & commercial building as well as roads and highway project with proficiency in installation, seeking a challenging position in a dynamic organization. Contact 96570891

Indian Male, MCA Graduate, 15 yrs exp in ERP, CSM Certified, seeking suitable role.NOC Available. Contact : GSM : 90189284 Email: meetlibran@gmail.com

Electrical Engineer with 16 years experience in switchgear / transformer / over head lines & trading, looking for sales / procurement & project planning & Execution with NOC & D/L. Contact: 95994727 Email: qurm340@gmail.com Senior Land Surveyor 23 yrs Oman, UAE & Egypt GPS, T.S Construction roads infrastructure oil feed electric works OHL, UGC grid , primary substation processing data.

Contact: 95326927 / 92928981 Email: sdsda802@gmail.com Civil Engineer (Indian male) 5 years experience in Oman with valid Omani driving license & NOC looking for suitable opportunity.

Contact: 93101283 Indian male B-tech 8 years experience as senior electrical project engineer / QC engineer on visit visa seeks suitable placement.

Contact 94094543 Email: anwar425@gmail.com Site Supervisor, Diploma in Civil Engg (cert attested) knows autocad revit, salary exp: 250 Ph : 92279784

EDUCATION/TRAINING Female B. Ed English teacher, 7 yrs exp seeking suitable placement. Contact : 99739415 / 92091528 Indian male, M.Tech Graduate in Chemical Process Control Engineering looking for lecturing jobs, currently in Oman. Contact : 98352288 Indian male in English, M.Phill, B.Ed with 5 years experience in College teaching & good administrative skill is looking for a suitable placement in Education Institutions or offices.

Contact: 98260529 / 97297939 Email: samsundarlit@gmail.com

Mechanical Engineer experience maintenance of pumping stations production line machinery turbine for power plant good communications skills, planning follow up Engineer projects HSE awareness trained multiple design software looking for job.

Contact 949064473 / 96654019

Indian male diploma in hotel management with 16 years of experience in Oman & Saudi , having Omani D/L seeking for suitable placement. Contact: 92100141 /92221956

Civil Engineer, young Indian having almost 2 years experience looking for a challenging position seeks suitable position in Oman/ GCC. Please contact 92718490, Email ID: uvais.pk82@gmail.com

Indian male 31yrs old with hotel management degree,03 yrs experience in F&B services at 5 star hotel Dubai, 05 yrs in American 06 star cruiseliner has butler. Has oman driving licence. Contact No 99859150.

HOSPITALITY

Indian male 3 years experience in IT as Linux Administrator & 1 year experience in Amazon EC2 Cloud at Wipro Technologies Bangalore seeking for a suitable placement. #92889678 Email: amalpathikal@gmail.com Indian female M.Sc Computer Science seeking suitable placement in Muscat area. Contact 98660672 SAP Business Objects / Data Warehousing professional. 10 years experience with top 5 IT global companies (HP and Accenture) in team leading roles. Oman family visa. Looking for jobs in Muscat. Phone: 91487199 Indian male Networking Technician having 8 years experience (6 years in Gulf) seeking suitable jobs. Currently on visit visa.

Contact: 98269614 Email: saji.krishnan@gmail.com IT Support Engineer, Exp 3 years in Oman 2 years in India.

Contact: 94672759 Indian male 4 years experience in IT as Programmer / Web Support/ CCNA/ Network on visit visa seeking placement. Contact: 93069694 Email: mrabrar14@gmail.com

MISCELLANEOUS Indian male B.com MBA 4 years in L &T total 26 years gulf experienced English & Arabic speaking driving license with NOC. Contact: 95588565 Indian looking for a job in the trade 27 years of age for a friendly college degree. Contact: 96424192 Sudanese male bachelor geology and mining with 3 years experience in MUD logging and training in soil investigation. Contact: 92956848 BS in Electrical Engineering, Experience: 5 years(Power Plants).

Contact: 92475206 Email: zahaibzafar007@gmail.com Indian male GYM instructor fitness trainer on visit visa looking for a suitable job. Contact : 92802307 Indian male, 28, post graduate, 6+ yrs exp in Oman in sales (back office) & credit control with valid Oman D/L looking for suitable lacements. NOC available. # 92066 523 Indian male 28yrs Bcom 3yrs exp. in warehouse operations (including pharmaceutical). Well knowledge in WMS & ERP, looking for suitable job.

Ph. 95576686, E: sijofranz@gmail. com (UAE visa holder, currently in Oman)

MANAGER/SUPER.

Instrumentation Engineer, Indian male 25 years having over 2 years experience in calibration, testing and maintenance of field instruments, looking for a suitable position, available in Oman for visit.

Contact: 91228010

3 years experience in IT Software field, seeking suitable jobs.

Contact: 96350234, Email : greeshmavkannan@gmail.com

Civil Engineer with 6+ years in Supervision designing & Q.C expert in much civil softwares, NOC available. Contact: 90719263

4 years as Network Engineer (CCNA- MCTIP) very good in Arabic & English, having valid license.

Contact: 99813988

Chief Accountant/Finance Manager – Indian male, CA Finalist, having 20 years’ experience in Finance, Accounts, Audit, Finalization of Accounts, preparation of Project Reports etc., looking for immediate placement. 12 yrs. in Oman in Construction and Consultancy co., have Omani D/L, knows Tally.

Contact 94041048, email: jobmuscat49@gmail.com

Indian male, Structural Engineer looking for job in structural design field. Having 6 years of experience in design field. Residing in Muscat.

Contact: 91176187 Email: syam036@gmail.com

Indian male 40 years BSc & diploma in logistics, 16 yrs experience (6 yrs in GCC) in logistics, storekeeping & spare parts, seeking suitable placement. NOC available.

Contact: 98966849

Indian male 33 yrs, having 10 yes GCC experience (Oman, Qatar, UAE) in business development with driving license seeks suitable opportunity. Contact: 98260607 mail: amrish.sukumar@gmail.com

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SITUATION WANTED MEDICAL Sri Lankan female qualified in UK with BSC (Hons) pharmacology and MSC pharmaceutical science with management studies having one year experience in Sir Lanka, looking suitable placement in regulatory affairs, clinical research / trials, Pharmacologist, pharmacovigilance and research.

Contact- 99550318 Indian female dentist specialized Endodontist, looking for suitable placement. Parametric completed.

Contact: 96410448 D- Pharm Pharmacist 17 years experience Ayurvedic Panchakarma Masseur’s 3 years experience.

Contact: 93672452 Senior female staff Nurse with MOH license, over 25 years experience in Operation Theatre, Gynaecology, Anaesthesia, General , Plastic and reconstructive surgery looking for suitable opportunities in Oman. NOC available.

Call: 92098423 Veterinary Doctor 7 years experience Indian male wife in MOH with family visa need job.

Contact 98107162 Email: drnmpvet4u@yahoo.com

SECRETARIAL & OFFICE Indian Female, 25 Years - MSc Looking for suitable job.

Mobile: 92619048, Email: anusreeg1991@gmail.com Indian, 20 years experience in Oman as personal assistant / office manager / executive secretary / administrator / business development asst. seeks job change. Release available. Contact 99168054.

Secretary coordinators 16 yrs experience Indian male 42 yrs owing Oman driving license release available. Contact: 98358897 Lady Secretary / Sales Co-coordinator 12 years experience in Oman in reputed companies, seek immediate Employment. Call: 95244761 Looking for part time job Secretarial / Data Entry / Documentation available every day after 5:00 pm Friday / Saturday full day area preferred Ruwi/ CBD/ MBD / Al Khuwair. Contact: 90414827

SALES / MARKETING Indian Male, 26 M.Com with 4 yrs of Experience in Accounting & Administration in a Financial Company in India, seeks suitable job, Currently in India.

Contact: India:-+918907212253 Akhil:-93626288, Email: Sumeshpsmkr1989@gmail.com Indian male Graduate with 18 years of Marketing experience presently in Oman on family visit visa, looking for best opportunity.

Contact: 96168687 Email: dhibupaul@gmail.com

SALES / MARKETING Indian female, MBA Marketing with 4 years experience with 4 years experience with Oman experience, NOC and D/L looking for suitable opening with visa. Contact: 92460623 Indian female having D/L with 12 years experience in corporate / retail sales & B/D. Looking for a suitable job in training / IT / Education companies.

Contact: 91751077 Email: alamelusara@hotmail.com Indian male 24 B.com, 2years of experience in sales & admin & proficient in M.S Office, Excel.

Contact: 98613373 Email: syedismailnoor@gmail.com Indian male MBA 5 yrs experience in Oman and India seeking suitable position in marketing & sales NOC available. Contact: 93059175 Email: pranodsathyan11@gmail.com Indian male 1.5 yrs exp a sales & merchandising in Oman looking for best opportunity NOC available.

Contact: 93039342 Indian male 1 yr exp in sales automotive (TBL) looking for best opportunity , NOC available.

Contact: 97793879 Email: shyampkn@gmail.com Sales & Marketing executive MBA with 3 years exp , 6 months exp in Oman with NOC , looking for suitable placement. Contact: 91345727 Indian female, BSC, Bed, MBA (Marketing) 3years experience, seeks suitable in the marketing section.

Contact: 95041134 Email: divya.vini@gmail.com Sales & Marketing Executive Indian national with valid Omani D/L with good command of languages, 18 yrs exp in Middle East. Looking for suitable placement. Contact - 98103829 MBA - HR. 10+ years of experience (Age:29). Training, Team Management, Client Relationship Management and Customer Service. on visit visa - Sunil Balu 95434193 Indian male 24 yrs Sales cum Driver, 3 years experience in Saudi with valid Saudi D/L, on visit visa.

Contact: 98154352 Experienced Salesman looking for job with Omani D/L. Contact 97900338 Indian male 25, brought up in Oman, with MBA from UK & 2yr W/E in Oman. Valid Oman D/L & readily available to join. Presently in visit visa. Looking for suitable placement. Contact: 99513132 Indian driver with car or car or without needs jobs as a driver or sales with good command of Laurence and familiar in market.

Contact: 98103829 Indian male 5+ years of experience as a sales & marketing executive with valid Oman D/L. Contact: 95434902

MISCELLANEOUS

Filipino Male, 28 years Old. Looking for job, Have experience in Rent a Car/ Cargo & Logistics / Real Estate/ Customer Care Executive / Sale Executive & Marketing/ Shop In- Charge. Hard working w/ good computer and communication skill. GSM: 97761075

Indian Architectural Engineer with 2.5 yrs experience in architectural consultancy firms, currently on visit visa, looking for suitable placement. Contact no: +96894955793 hassanfaizalthariq@gmail.com.

Indian male 25, Graduate in commerce (B.com) having 4 years of experience in same field looking for a suitable placement presently on a visit visa. Contact : 93979084 / 97351786, E-mail : mohammednsr126@gmail.com

Seeking suitable placement in purchase stone with 8 years experience in Oman, now in visit visa.

Contact: 97332401

Economist: Female, MA & M. Phil/ PhD_ in ECONOMICS. 10 years experience Banking/Lecturer/Customer Service/Trainer, currently looking for job contact: 97457248

Indian male 25, Graduate in commerce (B.com) having 2 years of experience in same field looking for a suitable placement presently on a visit visa. Contact : 93979084 / 97351786, E-mail : mohammednsr126@gmail.com

B. Com 2 years experience in Sales Marketing Logistics Accounts and Front office Contact 95506048 Sales 2 years B.Com male 24 yrs, Indian. Contact: 00968 94212636 naveed.ahmeed315@gmail.com B.Com, Sales Executive 30 yrs, 5 years experience with D/L. Contact: 94501264 Email: thajumalur66@yahoo.com / sirajmalurcity@gmail.com Indian Male MBA, 5 years Building Materials Project Sales experience in Oman, NOC available, seeking for placement.

Contact - 90655903,99325544 35 years male, Lebanese holding British passport, 10 years of experience in procurement, Omani Government tenders, setup marketing plans & strategies, importing, Organizing events, management, have car, NOC available. Contact 94123939 Email: 002015r@gmail.com Looking for job Executive purchase logistics 10 years experience with NOC & d/license.

Contact: 91432512 Indian Male, MBA marketing 5 yrs exp. in sales & 4 yrs in FMCG sector, looking for best opportunity.

NOC available. Contact: 96001877 Indian female 29 years Post Graduate with computer Knowledge 2 years of Oman experience in coordinator & 5 years of experience in customer service, client relation officer with excellent communication skill seeks suitable placement.

Contact: 95337665 Indian male 37 years MBA graduate in marketing with 9yrs of experience in UAE in field of brand promotions & marketing with UAE D/L on a visit seeking suitable position. Conatct 95792820

MISCELLANEOUS Indian Male, 22, Experienced, Looking for job in sales (no DL).

Contact: 90801420; Email: anwaar223969@gmail.com Female Architect on visiting visa, two years’ experience, graduated from School of Planning and Architecture (under MHRD).

Proficient in AutoCAD, Google Sketchup and creative visualization. Email saatvika.frozenmusic@gmail.com.

Contact 00968-94057427.

Indian male 25, Graduate in commerce (B.com) having 2 years of experience in purchase (supply chain management) looking for a suitable placement presently on a visit visa. Contact: 93979084 / 97351786 / E-mail: mohammednsr126@gmail.com Indian Female 23 Years, Post Graduated in Sanskrit (language), Seeking for Suitable Jobs, (Teaching or Clerical), Knowledge in MS Office, Good Communication Skill #96141317, 94614317, E-mail: sou93madam@gmail.com Indian male electrician (EEE), 2 years good working experience searching for suitable job.

Gmail id ; antonyajin15@gmail. com, Contact; 918148336160 / 918300136160 Indian male 33 years, B.Com, having 6 years experience in Oman.

Tally & ERP looking for suitable placement. Mobile no :98492921 Indian male 33 yrs, MBA - HR, worked on Recruitments,Training,Site-HR, Omanisation and development plans of nationals ,10 yrs exp.

Seeking a job.NOC avl. # 94179499 saiprasad_18@yahoo.com Indian Male, 23, BBA Graduate, Fresher, on visit visa looking for job in sales/marketing.

Contact - 94032041; Email azzamsiddique1@gmail.com Sudanese male. Bachelor geology and mining with 2 years experience in MUD LOGGING & Training in Soil Investigation.

Tel: 92956848

Sudanese male, 5 years experience in supply chain (warehouse management, logistics and procurement) Contact : 90644186

DRIVING

Indian female, B.Tech Computer Science with 3 years experience seeking full time job in IT support, Teaching, HR. Contact: 95933507 / 97485997 Indian male 26 yrs (MBA) Specialized in Marketing have 2 yrs heavy equipment sales experience, have GCC driving license looking suitable job in Oman. # 99180369 Email: khajaaftab@gmail.com Indian female, 31 years (B.A., D.Ed) having 6 yrs of teaching experience in CBSE schools in India well versed with electronics devices teaching, good computer knowledge presently on visit visa looking for suitable job. #97135319 Email: nk.lucky1@gmail.com Indian male Electrician(EEE) 2 years good working experience searching for suitable job. mail ; antonyajin15@gmail. com, Contact;918148336160 / 918300136160 Female, 31 yrs Accounts Assistant (MBA Finance), 5 yrs experience in Accounts field. Contact 94068969 5 years experienced (Front office & Banking), Indian Male (28 years. Hotel Management graduate), searching for suitable position. English, Hindi, Malayalam, Arabic fluent. Noc available.

Contact:91383167 Indian male Electrician(EEE ).

Two years good working experience searching for suitable job.

Gmail id ; antonyajin15@gmail. com, Name; Antony Ajin.

G : 918148336160 /918300136160

Indian male 25, Graduate in commerce (B.com) having 4 years of experience in Office Administration (admin) looking for a suitable placement presently on a visit visa. Contact: 93979084 / 97351786 E-mail: mohammednsr126@gmail.com

Economics Specialist: Female , MA & M.Phil/PhD_ in ECONOMICS . 10 years experience Banking/ Lecturer/Customer Service/Trainer currently Looking for job Contact cell:97457248

Indian male, 30.System administrator/desktop support professional.5 years of GCC exp.

Visa status: visit (Dubai) mob: 00971565598176/ aneeshngr@gmail.com

Female Architect on visiting visa, two years’ experience, graduated from School of Planning and Architecture (under MHRD). Proficient in AutoCAD, Google Sketchup and creative visualization. Email saatvika.frozenmusic@gmail.com.

Contact 00968-94057427.

Indian male, 26 years 3 Years’ experience in Projects of Tanks, Boilers and Steel structures Aware of int. Standards, B tech in Mech Engg. Contactrahulkunnath23@gmail.com Mob-00917350860889

Indian female , M.B.A, 8 Yrs of Experience in Oil and Gas industry, Trading & contracting companies. working as an Unit Manager for MNC, HR Coordinator and Office admin for local companies. seeking suitable placement immediately.

Contact 99179709.

MV SALE Mitsubishi Outlander 2008 model 4 cylinder, 2.4lt, Metallic grey , 135000km , excellent condition , expat driven , single owner Price R.O 3.500/- Neg. Contact: 99330486 Mazda6, 2.5L (classic model, 2014) expat driven, excellent condition , 80.000km , mulkiya till march 2017, RO 5.700 ( Negotiable). Contact: 99415861 Toyota Prado, 2009 model, 6 cylinder, single expat owner used, white pearl color, km 287k Contact- 99318152 2 No 40 feet flat trailers 50 Ton capacity with grill prime movers Volvo 97 & Mercedes 9.

Contact: 99454425 Mazda Cx 9 (2013 model) 89,000 KM and Geely Emgrad (2015 model) 24,000 KM. Both cars in excellent condition, single owner, company serviced. Please call 94194071 (Pradeep) for immediate sale Toyota Yaris, 2008 model, full automatic 1, 50,000km, RO 2.200.

Contact: 91013604 Nissan Qashqai 2013 Kms 30,000 VGC comprehensive Insurance UAE / Oman.

Contact: 96995430 Prado 2011. Contact: 99336093

Indian male, 24 yrs, B. Com Graduate more than 1 year experienced in accounts planning to come for a family visit in oman seeking for a suitable placement.

Contact : 99334770/ 997 43 709

ACC. WANTED Urgently required Villa with 8 rooms near Bausher/Ghala/Al Ansab area for accommodation of Staff from a reputed company in Oman. Interested party may contact - Mr. Pramith 99694150 Accommodation Wanted for an Executive Bachelor, Single Flat / Sharing Room @ Wadi Kabir. Pls call: 93883674 / 98103169

SITUATION WANTED COMPUTER/WEB./ EDUCATION/CLASSES

Spoken Arabic class for Non Arabic Speakers & English class for Malayalam Speakers

in Azaiba and Ruwi earn in two months

tion guaranteed

Tel: 95244310

Karate and self defense classes at Azaiba 18 Nov Street. RO 10 per month twice a week Monday and Tuesday 6. 30 TO 7. 30. PM. Contact: 98294551

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TOURS

TOURS

SITUATION WANTED BUSINESS ONE STOP SHOP BUSINESS SERVICES Public Relation Service (PRO) Document Clearance, Business setup, Formation new Companies, LLC Companies, Investor Visa, Legal Services.

Contact Saleh:

96723485

Dolphin Watch, Dhow Cruise with Buffet, & Land Tours Al- Ainain Marine Tours contact 98029602, 92808636 We arrange tours & accommodation at all the beautiful places in Oman. Contact 99839898

TRANSPORTATION

RENT A CAR

Transportation available Ruwi to Al Khuwair, Ghubra & Azaiba.

Contact: 91103909 Transportation available Al Khuwair, Ghobrah, Azaiba, Al Hail & Al Khoud. Drop & pick. # 95250161 Transportation. Contact:96538078 Transportation. Contact94510847

INVESTOR PARTNER REQUIRED For a successfully Catering Restaurant Investor cum Partner is required.

Investor with fixed returns also welcome.

Please contact – 95213273

Email: muscatcoffeeshop@gmail.com Omani investor has a real estate company in Shatti Al Qurum, looking for a financial investor to participate in the real estate company. For more details contact me by 00968 96225852 Email: aburashid94dd@gmail.com

WANTED Partner / investor 20% - 30% share transfer running building construction company.

Contact: 93163157 Urgently required looking to immediately buy used Grit blasting & airless spray equipment 1 No each.

Contact: 968 24810930 / 93203772 / 93203773 / 93203778 IELTS Coaching (academic) required nearby wadi Kabir area.

Please call on mobile or msg on Whats up.

Mobile # 92927880/99012165

Transportation. Contact 99508282 Transportation. Contact 92015894

For rent or investment garage full equipment in Al Misfah Bousher.

Contact: 99284707 WEB, ERP and Business Intelligence (BI) creation and management at rock bottom price.

Contact: http//webviewoman

MATRIMONIAL Parents of 28 yrs, Indian Boy from Mumbai, ACCA working as a senior accountant in Muscat, seeks alliance from an Indian Sunni Muslim family. Contact no. (Parent): 96408642 email id: khaledaoman@gmail.com Nair boy, MBA, 28/173 cm, Rohini, Pathanamthitta (district) working in Oman, seeks suitable alliances, Contact: 93722512/90651920 Ezhava male, 31yrs, height 5.6, star Magham, B. Tech aeronautical, administrative professional, parents in Oman, native Aluva (ekm). Mob-99550870 Parent of Thrissur based Hindu Ezhava girl aged 20, Slim,Atham star, Studying for B. Pharm seeking alliance from well employed Graduates, preferably in Engineering Contact :96425102

Transportation required from Qurum to WadiKabir at afternoon only 1 PM. Contact - 99012165

MATRIMONIAL Ezhava male, 31yrs, height 5.6, Star Magham, B-Tech Aeronautical, administrative professional, parents in Oman, native Aluva (Ekm). Contact 99550870 Indian male Roman Catholic 40yrs divorcee working in Muscat. Seeks suitable alliance from widow/ divorcee/ single.

Contact 96059801.

Malankara Catholic Male Nurse (28) from Thiruvalla working in Nizwa Private Co. Alliance invites parents/nurses working in Oman.

Contact 968 98267338, 0091 9287215726 Parents of 28 yrs, Indian Boy from Mumbai, ACCA working as a senior accountant in Muscat, seeks alliance from an Indian Sunni Muslim family. Contact no.(parent): 96408642 email id: khaledaoman@gmail.com Kerala Christian male 28, working as Admin & Support in MNC Muscat. Contact: 95826707

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25 - 50 seater bus with PDO & BP specification for monthly rent & small car with driver. Contact 99839898 Al Ibtisama rent & leasing.

Contact: 91374879 / 96627562/ 99382001/ 24751177/ 24751188

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SITUATION WANTED SERVICES

Pest control & Building cleaning all kinds of pest control ďƵŝůĚŝŶŐ͘ ůĞĂŶŝŶŐ Ɵ ůĞƐ ͬ MĂƌďůĞ ƉŽůŝƐŚŝŶŐ ŵŽŶƚŚůLJͬ Yearly contracts available. ŽŶƚĂĐƚ͗ ϵϴϴϭϰϳϯϯ ͬϵϴϴϭϰϳϰ0 Al Husn Cleaning L.L.C

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FOR LADIES Offer!! Treading Gold Facial & Pedicure just for 10 RO, Home service available, (Threading, facial, waxing, Head massage) R0. 20

WE SERVE OMAN

Contact 99619409

FOR HIRE New Volvo Trailor available for rent to UAE every alternative days, 50 ton capacity with reasonable rent contact.99318152/email- Ahastco @gmail.com

SERVICES We Provide Cleaners, Kĸ ĐĞ ďŽLJƐ͕ ůĞĂŶŝŶŐ ŽŶƚƌĂĐƚƐ͕ General cleaning etc. ů DƵĚĂŬŚŝƌ EĂƟ ŽŶĂů Ɛƚ͘ >> Contact : 94277020

Split unit A/C & window unit A.C servicing & maintenance.

Contact: 96236476

GUARANTEED CLEANING: Carpet & sofa shampooing, Contact 99314807/24792998

Split unit & window unit A.C servicing & maintenance.

Contact: 93769089 / 95323517

House shifting & transporting.

Contact 92490422

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