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Oman is drafting a national law to govern its space economy, according to Oman Observer. The legislation would set a legal framework for space activities in the Gulf state, which has been moving to build a domestic space sector. Details of the draft's provisions and timeline have not yet been made public.
- 2Oman opens first robotic observatory at Jabal Shams●Oman’s first robotic observatory opens at Jabal Shams
Oman has inaugurated its first robotic observatory, located at Jabal Shams, the highest peak in the Arabian Peninsula. The facility can operate without on-site staff, taking advantage of the mountain's clear skies and high altitude for astronomical observation. The opening marks a step forward for Omani scientific infrastructure and its ambitions in space and astronomy research.