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Observer
a day ago
- Science
- Observer
SQU advances 28 places, ranks 334 in QS World University Ranking
Muscat: Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) has continued its progress in the QS World University Rankings 2026 for the second consecutive year, advancing by twenty-eight places to reach the 334th position globally. This marks a new achievement for the university in this ranking and reflects SQU's continuous efforts to continually improve its performance and progress. The number of universities included in this year's QS ranking reached 1,503, out of a total of 8,467 universities worldwide, with the addition of 112 new universities this year. The indicators for academic reputation, employment outcomes, research citations, and international research network have shown clear progress this year. This reflects SQU's strong commitment to graduating highly competent students and its continuous efforts to advance the research sector and support its researchers—making them exemplary figures cited across various research fields. HH Sayyid Dr. Fahad bin Al Julanda Al Said, SQU Vice Chancellor, stated that 'this achievement is a reflection of reality and the result of dedicated efforts and continuous commitment to making Sultan Qaboos University among the best globally in various fields. It also embodies the leadership we aspire to in order to enhance the quality of education. Furthermore, it fulfills one of the key objectives of Oman Vision 2040, which includes, among its indicators, the goal of having at least one Omani university ranked among the top 300 universities worldwide by the year 2040. We hope to continue this dedication and progress toward achieving these goals for the benefit of the university and its members.' SQU has made significant progress in the QS World University Rankings by Academic Programs 2025. Its petroleum engineering major reached 25th place globally, while its nursing major reached 32nd place, making it one of the top 50 majors globally. These achievements affirm SQU's commitment to continuing its leading academic and scientific journey in higher education and research, and to strengthening its status as a prestigious global academic institution.
Muscat Daily
2 days ago
- Science
- Muscat Daily
SQU jumps 28 places in QS world rankings 2026
Muscat – Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) has marked a major achievement by climbing 28 spots in the QS World University Rankings 2026, securing the 334th position globally. This is the second consecutive year SQU has advanced by 28 places, underscoring its sustained efforts to elevate academic performance and global standing. The 2026 edition of the QS rankings assessed 1,503 universities out of 8,467 worldwide, with 112 new institutions added to the list. SQU's progress was driven by improvements in several key indicators, including Academic Reputation, Employment Outcomes, Citations per Faculty, and the International Research Network. The university's rising global stature reflects its strategic focus on producing highly qualified graduates and strengthening its research ecosystem in line with international standards. Commenting on the achievement, H.H. Sayyid Dr. Fahad bin Al Julanda Al Said, Vice Chancellor of SQU, said: 'This accomplishment is a true reflection of our reality and the result of dedicated efforts to position Sultan Qaboos University among the world's leading academic institutions. It aligns with our goal of enhancing the quality of education and achieving the aspirations of Oman Vision 2040.' Oman Vision 2040 aims for at least one Omani university to rank among the top 300 globally by the year 2040—a milestone SQU is steadily approaching. In subject-specific rankings released last year, SQU also saw impressive results: its Petroleum Engineering programme was ranked 25th globally, while Nursing secured 32nd place, both among the top 50 globally in their respective fields. These consistent achievements highlight SQU's growing reputation as a centre of excellence in higher education and research, both regionally and internationally.
Daily Tribune
27-04-2025
- General
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain participates in 29th Muscat International Book Fair
His Excellency Dr. Juma bin Ahmed Al Kaabi, Bahrain's Ambassador to the Sultanate of Oman, commended the Kingdom's participation in the 29th Muscat International Book Fair, underscoring the close fraternal ties between Bahrain and Oman and Bahrain's commitment to maintaining a strong cultural presence at major events. Held at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre under the patronage of Dr. Fahad bin Al Julanda Al Said, vice chancellor of Sultan Qaboos University, the Fair gathered over 600 publishing houses from 35 countries, offering diverse publications across technical, cultural, political, and social fields. Dr. Al Kaabi emphasised Bahrain's annual participation as a platform to showcase its rich cultural heritage and deepen cultural engagement. He highlighted the continued growth of Bahraini-Omani relations under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, reflected in joint initiatives.
Bahrain News Gazette
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Bahrain News Gazette
Bahrain Highlights Cultural Ties at Muscat International Book Fair
Muscat: Bahrain's participation in the 29th Muscat International Book Fair has been praised by Dr. Juma bin Ahmed Al Kaabi, Bahrain's Ambassador to the Sultanate of Oman. He emphasized the close fraternal ties between Bahrain and Oman and Bahrain's commitment to maintaining a strong cultural presence at major events. According to Bahrain News Agency, the event was held at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre under the patronage of Dr. Fahad bin Al Julanda Al Said, vice chancellor of Sultan Qaboos University. The fair brought together over 600 publishing houses from 35 countries, offering a wide range of publications across technical, cultural, political, and social fields. Dr. Al Kaabi highlighted Bahrain's annual participation as an opportunity to showcase its cultural heritage and enhance cultural engagement. He noted the growth of Bahraini-Omani relations under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, which is reflected in joint initiatives and cultural cooperation. Rana bint Fahad Mohammad, Cultural Advisor at Bahrain's Embassy in Oman, noted the strong visitor turnout at the Bahrain pavilion, which featured significant literary and heritage publications, underscoring Bahrain's dedication to promoting its cultural legacy. Khalifa Salem, a representative of the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA), stated that BACA's pavilion included publications from the joint publishing project and cultural books by Bahraini authors. The pavilion also featured titles on heritage, literature, arts, history, and archaeology, as well as the Knowledge Transfer Project, which offers around 50 translated works from French, Italian, English, and other languages. He added that BACA continues to promote Bahraini authors by supporting publishing initiatives, organizing lectures, hosting book launches, and enriching Arabic libraries with Bahraini intellectual and literary contributions.
Zawya
10-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Oman signs agreements for 100 new industrial projects worth over $3bln
Muscat: Oman signs agreements for 100 new industrial projects with an investment volume of nearly OMR1.5 billion in the renewable energy, food and medical industries, air conditioning equipment industries, construction and building, metals and plastics industries, and in several industrial, economic and free zones. The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, celebrated Oman Industry Day, which falls on 9 February every year. The slogan of this year is 'Oman at the Centre of Global Supply Chains'. It reflects the Royal interest attached to this sector due to its vital role in enhancing diversification and spurring economic growth. The ceremony was held under the patronage of HH Sayyid Dr. Fahad bin Al Julanda Al Said, Vice Chancellor of Sultan Qaboos University (SQU), in the presence of Qais bin Mohammed Al Yousef, Minister of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion and some undersecretaries. A number of officials and businessmen in the industrial sector and Omani companies also attended the ceremony. Dr. Saleh bin Said Masan, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion for Commerce and Industry, said that the latest data issued by the National Center for Statistics and Information (NCSI) indicate an increase in the output of the converting sector by 8.5 percent to reach OMR2.686 billion by the end of September 2024 at constant prices compared to the same period in 2023. He said in his speech that the Global Competitive Industrial Performance Report issued by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) indicates that the Sultanate of Oman achieved third place in the Arab world and 53rd globally, which reflects the acceleration of industrial competitiveness capabilities over the past years. He affirmed that the industrial sector has managed to achieve the targets of the Industrial Strategy 2040 during 2022 and 2023, as OMR3.44 billion was set as a target contribution for converting industries to the GDP for the year 2022. The contribution of this sector witnessed a growth of 19 percent between 2020 and 2023, reflecting the continuous progress towards achieving the goals of the strategy, thanks to the joint cooperation between the public and private sectors, he added. The industrial sector also provided about 26,000 job opportunities for Omanis since 2020, achieving a growth rate of 79 percent compared to 2020, reflecting its prominent role in supporting the national workforce, said Dr. Saleh. Dr. Saleh pointed out that non-oil commodity exports recorded a remarkable increase, reaching about OMR7.5 billion by the end of 2023, compared to OMR3.4 billion by the end of 2020, reflecting the accelerated growth in the industrial performance of the Sultanate of Oman. In his turn, Faisal bin Abdullah Al Rowas, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) affirmed that the industrial sector enjoys tremendous opportunities for growth, sustainability and empowerment of the private sector in the Sultanate of Oman. He pointed out that the OCCI supports the empowerment of the private sector by anticipating challenges and attracting investments, in addition to empowering the Omani product and raising its competitiveness in local and foreign markets. During the ceremony, three memoranda of understanding (MoUs) were inked. The first one, signed with the International Centre for Industrial Transformation in Singapore, is related to supporting and encouraging factories to adopt the technologies of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). The second MoU, signed with the Gulf Organization for Industrial Consulting, pertains to providing consultations to establish a center for advanced automation, while the third MoU announced a strategic partnership with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion launched, during the ceremony, the service of obtaining the national product identity certificate within the Made in Oman platform. It aims to promote Omani industries and highlight national products. The advanced automation centre was also launched, which aims to develop industrial capabilities to transform Omani industries into leading factories in digital transformation. A programme to qualify certified assessors using the Siri methodology was also launched to ensure that assessments are conducted accurately and professionally by training assessors on the latest methods and tools necessary to assess the readiness of facilities for industrial transformation. The ceremony also saw the announcement of the Certificate Verification Programme (Professional Accreditation), which provides a reliable service to companies to facilitate the process of verifying academic and professional documents. The Ministry also launched the Industrial Sector Enablers Guide, with the aim of enabling partners to identify the opportunities available in the industrial sector in the Sultanate of Oman and how to utilize them. Meanwhile, Abdulaziz bin Ahmed Al Qasmi, Head of the Local Content Office at the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, gave a visual presentation in which he reviewed the industry's achievements and contributions in the Sultanate of Oman. Dr. Ahmed bin Khalfan Al Badawi, Director of the Industrial Strategy Implementation and Evaluation Department at the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, also gave a visual presentation on the Industrial Observatory and its aspirations. On her turn, Anfal Zaher Al Afani, Head of Markets and Trade Facilitation Department at Oman Logistics Center, gave a visual presentation on supply chain improvement methodologies and how to use connectivity and integration to improve the supply chain to reduce costs and increase efficiency. During the ceremony, a dialogue session was held on supply chains and their importance with the participation of a number of specialists from the public and private sectors. Qais bin Mohammed Al Yousef, Minister of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, held a dialogue session with the Omani industrialists. The session addressed means of enhancing local content and focused on the importance of strengthening supply chains in the industrial sector. They exchanged views on the challenges and opportunities available to Omani companies. It also highlighted how to enhance cooperation among various stakeholders to support sustainable growth in the sector. Gerd Muller, Director-General of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), lauded the Sultanate of Oman's pioneering role in the field of sustainable manufacturing. He pointed out that these efforts reflect Oman's keenness to promote economic and social development in line with the organization's mandate, affirming that Oman has proven its ability to take serious steps towards developing a sustainable industrial sector, making it a role model to be emulated in the region. In his turn, Jesmond Hong, Chief Operating Officer of the International Centre for Industrial Transformation, said that the centre looks forward to strengthening cooperation with the Sultanate of Oman to drive industrial transformation and enable the manufacturing sector to achieve a prosperous future. The centre is a non-profit and independent organisation that aims to promote manufacturing transformation through collaboration with the public and private sectors. © Muscat Media Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
