The Joint Committee completes the discussion of the draft law on combating drugs and psychotropic substances
Joint Committee finalizes discussions on anti-narcotics and psychotropic substances law.
Today’s briefing highlights the finalization of a new drug control law by the joint committee and updates from the Social Protection Fund. We also cover Royal directives on Belarus, international energy sector developments, and local awareness efforts regarding fraud and urban traffic.

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Joint Committee finalizes discussions on anti-narcotics and psychotropic substances law.
Disagreements resolved on the new draft law for combating drugs.
Social Protection Fund clarifies support procedures for families of missing persons.

Royal Decree issued to establish a joint cooperation committee with Belarus.

European Commission urges energy conservation as regional conflict impacts supplies.
Chinese software sector reports 11.7% revenue growth in early 2026.

Pharmaceutical logistics sector faces challenges due to ongoing global conflicts.

Canada reports a 2.3% decrease in electricity production this January.

Ship carrying wheat sinks in Sea of Azov; one casualty reported.

Italy restricts aircraft refueling citing potential fuel shortages.

ROP warns public of scammers impersonating government officials via video.

Ain Al Kasfa museum highlights heritage and promotes tourism in Rustaq.

Social Protection Fund guarantees support for families in various circumstances.

Sao Paulo defeats Cruzeiro 4-1 in Brazilian football league action.

Muscat traffic congestion attributed to population growth and vehicle reliance.

Expatriate hailed for heroic rescue of flood victims in Oman.

Editorial reflects on the philosophical impact of fear on human life.

Oncology conference in Muscat highlights breakthroughs in cancer treatments.

STEM week launched in North A'Sharqiyah to foster scientific education.