Oman–Jordan Investment: Oman Investment Authority and Jordan’s Social Security Investment Fund have launched the Jordanian Oman Investment Company with capital of RO 38.5 million (about $100m), targeting sectors like IT, agriculture, medical equipment, energy, mining, tourism and logistics. Cashless Push: Oman’s QR payments drive is gaining momentum, with the Central Bank of Oman backing QR-based transactions since 2019 to help SMEs and everyday vendors go card-free. Strait of Hormuz Disruption: Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has ground to a near halt after renewed US-Iran hostilities, with the Joint Maritime Information Center raising the threat level to “severe,” adding fresh pressure to global fuel and travel costs. Cruise Safety Update: Norwegian Sky’s farewell cruise has been rerouted to end in Muscat instead of Dubai, with the Strait of Hormuz removed and a 15% fare refund offered. Tourism & Nature: Masirah’s loggerhead turtle hatching season is drawing visitors to Oman’s east-coast island, while Salalah’s Khareef season continues to inspire new travel packages and itineraries. Aviation Skills: Oman CAA’s DroneX summer programme is training students in drone operations, maintenance and FPV piloting. Visa News for Travellers: Qatar and China have published visa-free entry lists for eligible passport holders, while Japan confirmed visa exemptions for citizens of 74 countries/regions.