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The governorate organized the session in Rustaq to align with updates in legislation regulating media work, according to a report by Al Roya newspaper. Presentations focused on key articles in the law and its executive regulations while reviewing licensing procedures for digital platforms, websites and related media activities. Officials from various departments, Walis, deputy Walis and media students attended the event, which emphasized professionals’ rights, duties and responsibilities under the framework.
Dr. Mohammed bin Ali Al-Hinai, director general of publications and artistic works at the Ministry of Information, delivered a paper detailing provisions that organize different fields of media practice. His presentation highlighted how the regulations strengthen knowledge of compliant professional conduct across the sector. Nasser bin Ahmed Al-Rashdi, director of media licensing at the ministry, followed with an overview of procedures and controls for obtaining licenses tied to electronic platforms and practitioners.
Oman’s Media Law was promulgated by Royal Decree No. 58/2024, which repealed earlier statutes on printing, artistic censorship and private radio and television from 1984, 1997 and 2004. The executive regulations, issued later and spanning 144 articles, establish licensing requirements for news agencies, audiovisual channels, electronic press, printing houses and media consultancies, the Ministry of Information has stated. These steps form part of broader alignment with Oman Vision 2040 and international human rights conventions on press freedoms.
The gathering included a panel discussion that addressed legislative and organizational elements linked to media operations, according to coverage in Oman Daily. Participants engaged in open dialogue on challenges, best practices and contributions to national development through responsible journalism. Moderated by a local media figure, the exchange aimed to prevent legal violations while promoting ethical standards in both traditional and digital environments.
Similar awareness initiatives have taken place across other governorates, including North Al Batinah, where sessions examined content creators’ responsibilities under the same law and information technology regulations. Such efforts reflect coordinated work between the Ministry of Information, governorates and professional associations to update stakeholders on compliance following the law’s implementation. The South Al Batinah event closed with recognition for presenters and organizing staff from the governorate’s communications department and the ministry’s local office.
