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Observer
3 days ago
- Politics
- Observer
Cooperation between ROP, local media outlets lauded
NIZWA: Dr Abdullah bin Nasser al Harrasi, Minister of Information, met on Wednesday with a number of commanders of the Royal Oman Police (ROP) at the Officers' Institute of the Sultan Qaboos Academy for Police Sciences in the Wilayat of Nizwa. The meeting was attended by Lt Gen Hasan bin Mohsin al Shraiqi, Inspector General of Police and Customs. During the meeting, Dr Abdullah reviewed the foundations, current state and future prospects of Omani media, emphasising its role in strengthening national security. He highlighted the importance of security media in conveying police messaging and the media's approach to various events and emergency situations. He also touched upon governorates media, foreign media, the Government Communication Centre and the roles of the Directorate General of Publications and Artistic Works. He affirmed that Omani media is rooted in national values and principles, reflecting the nation's commitment to achieving comprehensive development goals, building national identity and fostering social cohesion. The minister noted that Oman Vision 2040 opens new horizons for media institutions to adopt modern technologies and enhance digital media content. He lauded the high level of coordination and cooperation between the ROP and various local media outlets. — ONA
Observer
4 days ago
- Observer
ROP arrests three for trafficking, 47 women for immoral acts
Muscat: Three people, including an Omani citizen and two Egyptian nationals, have been arrested on charges of human trafficking in Muscat. The operation was carried out by the Muscat Governorate Police Command in cooperation with the Special Taskforce Police Command. The Royal Oman Police (ROP) also arrested 47 women of various nationalities for engaging in acts contrary to public morals and decency. The group comprised 21 Egyptian nationals, 10 Iranians, eight Pakistanis, four Thais, two Uzbeks and two Moroccans. The ROP said legal action is being taken against all those involved, and investigations are continuing.
Observer
5 days ago
- Business
- Observer
Interpol assists Oman in extraditing Yemeni fraud suspect
Muscat: The Royal Oman Police (ROP), represented by the General Department of Criminal Investigation and Research, in cooperation with the International Criminal Police Organisation (Interpol), has successfully repatriated a Yemeni national accused of multiple financial crimes. The suspect had fled the country after allegedly committing several offences, including embezzlement and money laundering, during his employment at a commercial company in Oman. Authorities confirmed that legal procedures are being completed against the individual.
Observer
5 days ago
- Observer
Housemaid among three arrested for theft in Seeb
Muscat: The Police Command in the Governorate of Muscat has arrested a Filipina housemaid along with two Pakistani nationals for attempting to steal jewellery and large sums of money from a house in the Wilayat of Al Seeb. According to a statement issued by the Royal Oman Police (ROP), the suspects were caught in possession of stolen gold items and cash during the operation. Authorities confirmed that legal procedures are currently underway. The Royal Oman Police urged residents to remain cautious and to report any suspicious activity, reaffirming their ongoing efforts to safeguard communities across the Sultanate.
Times of Oman
5 days ago
- Times of Oman
ROP cracks down on fake traffic fine discount scheme
Muscat: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has denied the circulating announcement about a dedicated website for paying traffic violations, which was offering a 40 per cent discount. ROP said in a statement: "The Royal Oman Police (ROP) notes that the circulating advertisement claiming a website for paying traffic violations with a 40 per cent discount is incorrect." The police emphasise that such messages are circulated for the purpose of engaging in electronic fraud. Everyone should avoid interacting with any unofficial links or websites, verify the accuracy of information through official police channels, and report any suspicious messages or links.
