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Sharjah’s Shurooq plans four new hotels in expansion push
The government-owned entity aims to tap more international tourists amid higher travel demand, its chief executive says
Shurooq plans to open a new boutique hotel near Sharjah safari. Antonie Robertson / The National
Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah, was hosted by Oman's Sultan Haitham on Tuesday in Muscat. Photo: WamRuler of Sharjah received by Sultan of Oman on start of two-day visit
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The bus service to Abu Dhabi is great for travellers in Oman seeking cheaper transport options. Photo: Mwasalat InstagramBus service between Oman and UAE to resume on October 1
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Oman's economy is on a strong footing as it presses forward with economic diversification, according to the IMF. Getty ImagesOman’s economy contracts by 9.5% to $26.24bn in second quarter
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OQGN holds a natural monopoly over Oman's natural gas transport infrastructure. Source: Oman News AgencyOman’s OQ Gas Networks set to raise up to $771 million in IPO
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Several galleries showcased their exhibitions at the event. Chris Whiteoak / The NationalAlserkal Lates heralds the beginning of a new art season
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Mourners during the funeral of victims of the fatal fire at a wedding celebration, in Hamdaniya, Iraq, on Thursday. Reuters'Who will help us?' ask Iraq wedding fire mourners
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The UN's nuclear watchdog said this month Iran was the only non-nuclear armed country to enrich uranium to 60 per cent purity. AFPMost Britons see Iran's nuclear programme as global threat
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Global Village opens on October 18 this year. Photo: Global VillageHow my family makes the most out of our Global Village VIP passes
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An aircraft passes as a  blue supermoon sets over Nablus city, in the occupied West Bank. The last supermoon of the year is on September 29. AFPUAE to see final supermoon of 2023 this evening
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