Renewables Tender: Oman’s Nama Power and Water Procurement Company has invited bids for project management and supervision for the 300MW Marsa Solar IPP, covering construction, testing, commissioning and handover, with submissions due July 26. Industrial Upskilling: The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion launched the first phase of the Kafaah Competence Programme for Manufacturing, with nine factories signing up to apply Lean Six Sigma projects before qualifying workshops and Green Belt certification. Energy Transition Governance: Muscat Municipal Council reviewed net-zero progress via the Oman Net Zero Centre, including updates to national emissions pathways and the “Meezan” platform for inventory and carbon market regulation. Food Safety Push: Oman marked World Food Safety Day, stressing traceability systems and faster market withdrawal of non-compliant products to protect public health and support food security. IMF Check-in: An IMF staff mission began in Oman for the 2026 Article IV consultations, meeting CBO, Finance Ministry and private-sector representatives through June 15. Oman in Global Labour Rankings: Oman retained a top labour-rights position, ranking 3rd in the 2026 International Labour Rights Index. OPEC+ Oil Outlook: OPEC+ agreed a July output increase of 188,000 bpd (including Oman’s 5,000 bpd), though analysts warn it may have limited impact while Strait of Hormuz disruptions persist.