IVLP: Managing Ports and Developing Free Trade Zones Each year, approximately 5,000 current and emerging foreign leaders in a variety of fields travel to the United States on the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) to learn about industry best-practices and cultivate professional networks with their American counterparts. International Visitors also share …
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This week U.S. Embassy Muscat hosted an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) pre-departure orientation for five professionals working with the National Museum and Ministry of Heritage and Culture. The IVLP participants will travel to the U.S. from January 26 – February 7, 2020, to meet a variety of museum and archivist professionals to discuss mutual …
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U.S. Embassy Muscat conducted a pre-departure orientation for Ms. Maitha Al Harthi, Owner and Manager, Maitha Al Harthi Trading and Contracting, on November 14, 2019. Ms. Al Harthi participated in the U.S. Department of State’s sponsored International Visitor Leadership Program on “Entrepreneurship in the Fashion Industry” from November 18 to December 6, 2019. The “Entrepreneurship …
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Weather Alert – Cyclone Hikaa U.S. Embassy Muscat, Oman September 24, 2019 Based on information from the Public Authority for Civil Aviation (PACA), U.S. Embassy Muscat advises U.S. citizens that cyclone Hikaa is approximately 200 kms away from Masirah Island. The cyclone includes heavy rains and winds ranging from 45 to 55 knots and …
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On April 29, at Al Bustan Palace, the U.S. Embassy in Muscat celebrated the 243rd anniversary of the independence of the United States of America. U.S. Ambassador to the Sultanate of Oman Marc J. Sievers welcomed guest of honor His Excellency Dr. Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Obaid Al Saidi, Minister of Health, as well as …
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EducationUSA Oman and 21 U.S. higher education institutions participated in the Global Higher Education Exhibition (GHEDEX), one of the biggest fairs organized by Oman’s Ministry of Higher Education, from April 14-17. During the inauguration, the Public Affairs Section Chief, Michelle Y. Outlaw welcomed his Excellency Dr. Abduallla A Sarmi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Higher …
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The U.S. Embassy hosted its annual National Day celebration on May 7 at the Barr al Jissah Shangri La Resort, to commemorate the 242nd year of U.S. independence and to pay tribute to the enduring partnership between the United States and the Sultanate of Oman. U.S. Ambassador Marc J. Sievers welcomed the events guest of …
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Chargé d’Affaires Assiya Ashraf-Miller inaugurated American Products Week at the Sultan Center in Qurum, featuring products made in the U.S.A.
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On September 21, The U.S. Embassy, U.S. Navy, and Royal Oman Police collaborated on a joint Non-combatant Evacuation Operation Training Exercise in Muscat.
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Social Media is everywhere. Like never before, businesses, entrepreneurs, and artists live and die by their ability to navigate this form of communication. Whether in small-town America, or the bustling streets of Muscat, successful business and cultural leaders are learning how to use youtube, facebook, instagram, snapchat, and many other new forms of communication to connect …
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