OMAN — broadcast 20260806 133000 UTC 522 transcript segments Google Cloud Speech-to-Text API (Chirp) + Gemini 2.5 Flash Non-Thinking Data courtesy of The GDELT Project (https://www.gdeltproject.org/), from the Internet Archive TV News Archive. Machine transcription. Treat it as a searchable index of what was broadcast, not a verbatim quotation record. [00:00:00] In 2014, we are talking about [00:00:02] 2026. Many changes have emerged, whether at [00:00:06] the local level, the regional level, or [00:00:09] the global level. When we talk about children, we are talking about [00:00:13] a very [00:00:16] us with school homework, important segment that is the future [00:00:17] presentations, of the Sultanate of Oman. The [00:00:19] applications, legal review aims to develop the provisions regulating [00:00:23] businesswomen is children's rights in line with developments [00:00:26] and enhance the efficiency of national legislation. The [00:00:30] team also discusses the articles about which [00:00:34] a number of observations [00:00:37] the need arises to have been received, [00:00:37] North Al Batinah. in preparation for their analysis and the issuance of recommendations [00:00:41] that contribute to strengthening the child protection system. Society [00:00:44] is changing and accelerating the pace of this change. Therefore, [00:00:47] there is a need for amendments to the Children's Law [00:00:52] obtain information from to keep pace with these changes. Even the quality of the challenges that children are facing [00:00:57] or unverified at present have become challenges that were not present in the past. Therefore, God willing, [00:01:02] efficiency of performance through these amendments, an integrated system will [00:01:04] be formed that helps this idea to materialize [00:01:08] so that everyone gets [00:01:10] back in a better the legal aspect and the protection aspect [00:01:13] in a broader and better way, God willing. [00:01:17] Cooperation between the concerned authorities forms [00:01:21] or whether a the basis for completing the review work, [00:01:24] leading to a more comprehensive law [00:01:28] and in line with national legislation and agreements. [00:01:31] The development of the Children's Law represents [00:01:34] a step towards more responsive [00:01:37] legislation to changes, [00:01:41] enhancing children's rights and protection. Bint Muhammad Al-Salhi, [00:01:44] Governor of Muscat. [00:01:48] Asyad Shipping Company celebrated the naming of [00:01:51] they receive from the oil product tanker Manah at [00:01:54] Wuzhou Shipyard in Wuhu City, [00:01:57] Anhui Province, China. The [00:02:01] inclusion of Manah in Asyad Shipping's fleet [00:02:04] is a new step within the company's [00:02:07] their presence in the markets. strategy to modernize its fleet [00:02:10] and enhance its operational capabilities, enabling [00:02:14] it to meet the growing demand for oil product transportation services [00:02:18] Mountain? And efficiently and reliably [00:02:20] and support the Sultanate of Oman's position as a global logistics [00:02:23] and maritime [00:02:24] transport hub. [00:02:28] Within the cultural activity plan of the Sultan Qaboos Higher Center [00:02:32] for Culture, a training workshop [00:02:34] was organized titled "Artificial Intelligence [00:02:38] and Its Role in School Education." The workshop [00:02:41] Omani women, [00:02:42] And this is targets school students to introduce them to artificial intelligence [00:02:45] concepts [00:02:47] first edition in and its applications in the educational [00:02:50] process. Artificial intelligence is no longer an option [00:02:54] for the future, but rather [00:02:56] Governorate, one a new language for education [00:02:57] of continuity also. and a bridge that takes students towards horizons [00:03:00] of creativity and innovation. Within its cultural plan, the Sultan Qaboos Higher Center [00:03:04] for Culture and Science, represented by the Libraries Department at [00:03:07] the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, organized a training lecture [00:03:11] titled "Artificial Intelligence and Its Role in School [00:03:14] Education," targeting school students in a step [00:03:18] that reflects the interest in qualifying a generation [00:03:22] that possesses the tools of the future and keeps pace with the accelerating technological revolution. [00:03:25] Today's workshop was about artificial intelligence and its role [00:03:28] in school education. [00:03:30] The children were very interactive and enthusiastic, especially [00:03:34] affect it. Can when we started brainstorming, that before they start [00:03:37] using artificial intelligence tools, they must have [00:03:41] ready ideas so that they don't just rely [00:03:44] entirely on artificial intelligence tools. So [00:03:48] first they should use [00:03:51] The number of [00:03:51] this trending "Pulse" their ideas and use artificial intelligence [00:03:53] tools to refine their skills. The lecture reviewed artificial [00:03:58] to learn intelligence concepts and its applications in the educational environment [00:04:01] and its role in creative thinking and transforming the educational [00:04:06] largely useless process from indoctrination to interaction and production, [00:04:09] which reinforces the culture [00:04:11] push the content of innovation and gives students the ability to employ technology in building knowledge [00:04:14] and creating meaningful content. Hala Al-Rawahi enjoyed this [00:04:18] workshop and is happy with what she achieved with her colleagues [00:04:22] here. I enjoyed it a lot. I made [00:04:24] sweet stories and I made a [00:04:27] story. I saw in the movie I saw [00:04:32] in a larger and three lost girls in the sea. Omaran [00:04:34] this initiative makes it the second country in Al-Saadi also told us about his awareness of [00:04:37] the importance of artificial intelligence and how he benefited [00:04:40] from it in his lessons. For example, we use artificial [00:04:44] intelligence to study and, for example, [00:04:47] solve homework [00:04:50] and advertisements, etc. We benefit from artificial intelligence. Here, [00:04:56] recommendation algorithms currently Abdullah Al-Balushi aspires to create high-quality videos using artificial [00:04:59] intelligence. Today, I came [00:05:02] mere material for here to benefit [00:05:05] from [00:05:10] continuous development detect them before space may lose the AI workshop and how to program videos. And I will benefit [00:05:14] more from it in the future. As for Hind Al-Zadjali, [00:05:18] she considers artificial intelligence a helpful [00:05:21] factor in reducing effort and time if used correctly. [00:05:24] Honestly, AI is very beautiful. It helps [00:05:31] and homework. It's also very [00:05:34] beautiful and helps us save time and effort. [00:05:38] Noor Al-Rawahi also expressed her enjoyment of the workshop [00:05:41] and advises those her age to attend such [00:05:44] courses. I learned a lot about AI. [00:05:48] It's fun and beautiful. I learned about [00:05:51] ChatGPT, Gina My, [00:05:54] and Canva. It was a lot of [00:05:57] fun and I benefited a lot from it. Ahmed [00:06:01] Al-Salty, a story writer, was helped by ChatGPT [00:06:04] in organizing his stories, which highlight the Omani identity. [00:06:08] Today, I learned from AI that it can [00:06:12] do a lot, and I learned that [00:06:15] I can, for example, put a thousand stories [00:06:18] into AI and get them [00:06:22] format. Al-Qasim Al-Saadi also learned from the course [00:06:26] how to differentiate between natural images and those [00:06:29] that have been subjected to artificial intelligence. This promotes [00:06:32] safe and responsible use of AI technologies, [00:06:35] fosters creative thinking, and encourages students [00:06:39] to produce meaningful digital content and transform ideas into practical [00:06:43] projects that enhance their confidence in their capabilities [00:06:46] and creativity. Khadija Bint Suleiman Al-Shehhi, Governor of Muscat. [00:06:50] from Oman [00:06:52] TV. After the break, [00:06:54] you will follow us. Innovative projects and ideas [00:06:58] for Omani products at the First Manufacturers [00:08:11] Exhibition in North Al Batinah Governorate. [00:08:25] Welcome. Between the pursuit of views [00:08:29] and the desire to provide meaningful content, [00:08:32] publishing methods vary on social media platforms [00:08:35] amid increasing competition to attract [00:08:38] interaction and reach the largest segment of the audience. [00:08:42] While some are accustomed to providing content that [00:08:46] enriches knowledge and promotes dialogue, [00:08:49] other accounts resort to methods based on excitement [00:08:52] and controversy, which raises questions about the impact [00:08:56] of these practices on the digital content environment and its implications [00:09:00] for talented [00:09:04] people and initiatives. A title that arouses curiosity, [00:09:08] or a question that carries a certain suggestion, [00:09:11] or a video presented in a way [00:09:14] that drives followers to ridicule or make judgments. [00:09:17] As soon as comments pour in, [00:09:21] platform algorithms [00:09:24] to further spread, because the volume [00:09:28] of interaction has become, for them, an indicator [00:09:30] of the content's importance, [00:09:33] regardless of its nature. A method used by [00:09:37] some accounts to increase interaction [00:09:40] is prevalent on many social [00:09:44] media platforms. [00:09:46] However, its impact extends deeply to [00:09:50] talented individuals, initiatives, and positive [00:09:53] ideas. Many of them hesitate before [00:09:57] publishing their content, not out of fear [00:10:00] of objective criticism, but rather out of fear [00:10:03] of a wave of sarcastic or offensive comments [00:10:07] that may overshadow the content they present, [00:10:10] turning achievement and diligence into [00:10:14] bullying instead of appreciation. [00:10:17] Over time, the digital [00:10:20] many inspiring stories and successful [00:10:24] experiences, not because they do not exist, [00:10:28] but because their owners prefer silence over [00:10:31] facing electronic bullying. Here, the loss [00:10:34] turns from an individual loss [00:10:37] to a societal loss, when the social [00:10:40] media environment becomes less encouraging [00:10:44] of creativity and more prone [00:10:47] to creating controversy. At a time when [00:10:50] social media platforms have become part of our [00:10:54] daily lives and an influential [00:10:56] space in shaping public opinion, [00:11:02] promote a digital culture based [00:11:04] on responsibility and respect, so that interaction [00:11:08] is a tool for building dialogue [00:11:12] and exchanging knowledge, not a means [00:11:15] of achieving spread at the expense [00:11:19] of others. Views may create temporary fame, [00:11:23] but responsible content [00:11:30] is the only one capable of creating [00:11:33] a lasting impact. To talk more about [00:11:36] social media algorithms, we are joined [00:11:39] by phone Hassan bin Ali Al-Ajmi, [00:11:42] a cybersecurity and crisis [00:11:45] management specialist. Welcome. First, [00:11:48] why are social media algorithms [00:11:51] attracted to controversial content more than meaningful [00:11:56] content? And how can users break [00:11:59] this equation? Good evening to the esteemed [00:12:02] viewers and listeners across various platforms. [00:12:06] The truth is that algorithms do not [00:12:09] break this. Algorithms in general are shaped [00:12:13] by the level of interaction [00:12:16] users, and this point is very [00:12:19] important because much of the discussion [00:12:22] revolves around algorithms and their role [00:12:25] and goals, etc. However, algorithms essentially [00:12:29] depend on the level of interaction they [00:12:32] receive from users. And naturally, for the algorithm [00:12:36] to publish content and enhance its presence [00:12:40] and spread it to a wider audience, [00:12:43] whether followers or non-followers, it depends [00:12:47] on the level of interaction itself. [00:12:50] That is, in other words, if [00:12:52] I publish content [00:12:55] and get quick comments and shares [00:12:59] of this content, then naturally its [00:13:02] spread will be faster than other content. [00:13:07] the important point in the matter. The [00:13:11] other important point in the matter, which [00:13:14] algorithms learn and also begin to raise [00:13:18] the ranking of the account, is the issue [00:13:22] That is, the more [00:13:26] you continue to publish content, whether it [00:13:29] is purposeful or abusive, your continuity [00:13:32] in publishing this content also creates [00:13:36] ease in reaching what is called [00:13:39] "explore" or what is called "trending" [00:13:42] content. I don't know the term exactly, [00:13:46] but it's like the trending content [00:13:50] that appears to the public in a [00:13:54] larger way. All of these things [00:13:59] we break this? [00:14:00] Can we do [00:14:03] something? Yes, there are many content [00:14:06] creators today who produce purposeful, [00:14:10] good, and useful content. We see [00:14:13] them appear in [00:14:16] category, or content that [00:14:19] is published and exchanged, etc., [00:14:22] regardless of the strong competition with [00:14:26] accounts that publish inappropriate, bad, and [00:14:31] content. Why do algorithms prefer [00:14:34] accounts with interaction? Because, unfortunately, [00:14:37] through comments or through shares, a large [00:14:40] number of people interact with humorous [00:14:44] content or offensive content or content [00:14:47] that fundamentally involves defamation or insults, [00:14:50] etc. Because comments are received and replies [00:14:54] to comments are made [00:14:57] larger way, and this raises the content's [00:15:01] ranking and spreads it more widely [00:15:04] across platforms. Yes, but yes, [00:15:08] this is the goal. It's not [00:15:11] the algorithms. It's user interaction [00:15:15] that creates this. So how do [00:15:21] contribute to accelerating the spread of deepfakes [00:15:25] and fabricated news? How can [00:15:28] cybersecurity specialists [00:15:32] they turn into a public opinion [00:15:36] crisis? Well, in fact, this has [00:15:39] become very difficult today, very difficult. [00:15:42] Because even official media or traditional [00:15:46] media, such as television channels [00:15:49] or news agencies, have fallen into [00:15:52] this trap many times, and we have [00:15:56] seen many incidents repeat in this [00:15:59] regard. Today, deepfakes have become very [00:16:02] difficult due to the many tools [00:16:04] available that have become so sophisticated [00:16:08] that they can even falsify features. [00:16:11] The quality of fake content has [00:16:15] become very high. However, [00:16:17] self-monitoring or self-awareness remains [00:16:21] from the user or follower or [00:16:25] analyst themselves, in that they should [00:16:30] official sources rather than following unofficial [00:16:35] accounts, or those that are [00:16:38] not widely known. Because [00:16:42] the level of counterfeiting has reached [00:16:45] very difficult stages. There [00:16:48] are technical tools and methods that [00:16:51] can be used to detect the [00:16:55] level of counterfeiting [00:16:58] video is fake, etc., through [00:17:02] technical and artistic tools, etc. These [00:17:06] are often used by brothers in [00:17:09] forensic laboratories [00:17:11] and other details. [00:17:14] Yes, so Hassan bin Ali [00:17:18] Al-Ajmi, a cybersecurity and crisis [00:17:20] management specialist, thank you very [00:17:24] much. The First Manufacturers' [00:17:27] Exhibition in North Al Batinah Governorate [00:17:30] showcased the diversity of participating [00:17:33] projects and their innovative ideas, reflecting the quality [00:17:37] and diversity of Omani products [00:17:41] and enhancing [00:17:44] The opening of the exhibition witnessed the honoring [00:17:47] of a number of supporting entities [00:17:51] and contributors to the success of the exhibition [00:17:54] in appreciation of their efforts in [00:17:57] supporting entrepreneurship and empowering businesswomen. [00:18:01] Every successful project started with an idea, [00:18:04] and behind every successful idea is [00:18:08] a woman who believed in her [00:18:11] ability to make a difference. From [00:18:15] this belief in the capabilities of [00:18:19] the Manufacturers' Exhibition was launched in its [00:18:24] North Al Batinah Governorate to be a platform [00:18:28] that celebrates businesswomen and highlights [00:18:31] their national products. This [00:18:34] exhibition aims to highlight the [00:18:38] products of businesswomen, as there were many [00:18:42] products, and we invite all residents [00:18:45] of North Al Batinah to attend [00:18:48] this exhibition and learn about these [00:18:52] products. God willing, we hope [00:18:54] that this will be a [00:18:57] starting point for them within the [00:19:00] rest of the Sultanate [00:19:03] and also outside the Sultanate, God [00:19:06] willing. The idea of the Manufacturers' [00:19:09] Exhibition came from the vision of [00:19:12] the Oman Chamber of Commerce and [00:19:16] Industry to enhance the business environment [00:19:20] and strengthen the partnership [00:19:23] between the public and private sectors. [00:19:28] participants in the Manufacturers' Exhibition [00:19:32] was 22 businesswomen. We in the [00:19:35] Businesswomen's Committee believe [00:19:39] that real investment starts with people. [00:19:42] And here we provide a competitive [00:19:46] environment and a platform that helps [00:19:50] enhance partnership and exchange [00:19:53] experiences. The exhibition, organized [00:19:56] by the Businesswomen's Committee in North [00:19:59] Al Batinah Governorate, aims to support [00:20:02] and empower businesswomen [00:20:03] and promote a culture [00:20:08] of innovation and creativity, [00:20:11] in addition to opening new [00:20:14] horizons for marketing and introducing [00:20:18] national projects. These exhibitions [00:20:21] also provide us with an opportunity [00:20:25] to get to know each [00:20:28] other and exchange experiences between [00:20:31] businesswomen, especially since businesswomen [00:20:35] have opened the field in North [00:20:37] Al Batinah and [00:20:40] Al Batinah as well. The [00:20:44] exhibition lasts for four days, [00:20:47] with diverse projects in the fields [00:20:50] of crafts, fashion, perfumes, [00:20:53] arts, and other local products, [00:20:56] embodying a supportive environment for creativity [00:21:00] and reflecting the role of Omani [00:21:03] women in the economic development [00:21:06] process. The "Manufacturers" exhibition [00:21:09] confirms that empowering [00:21:13] an investment in creativity [00:21:16] and a step towards a more [00:21:20] prosperous future. Balqees bint [00:21:23] Khalifa Al-Maktoumi, Sohar Governorate, [00:21:27] In its endeavor towards institutional [00:21:31] development and enhancing the quality of its [00:21:35] ambulance services, the Civil Defense [00:21:38] and Ambulance Authority is implementing the [00:21:42] "Pulse" project, which aims to [00:21:45] consolidate quality concepts [00:21:48] and raise the [00:21:52] and readiness. In Dhofar Governorate, [00:21:55] an introductory meeting for [00:21:58] the project was held with the [00:22:01] participation of a number of military, [00:22:04] security, and civilian entities. More [00:22:08] details in the following report. [00:22:11] The "Pulse" project is an institutional step taken [00:22:15] by the Civil Defense and Ambulance [00:22:19] Authority to consolidate quality concepts [00:22:23] and continuous improvement in ambulance services [00:22:26] and build a more [00:22:29] efficient and ready work [00:22:32] system, which reflects on [00:22:35] the quality of services provided. [00:22:39] This meeting comes as an extension [00:22:42] of the Civil Defense and Ambulance [00:22:46] Authority's directives towards [00:22:48] continuous development and improvement [00:22:51] and providing an opportunity [00:22:54] for the unit's personnel to learn [00:22:58] about the "Pulse" project, its goals, [00:23:01] and implementation stages, as [00:23:04] these meetings represent an important space [00:23:07] for knowledge transfer [00:23:10] and experience exchange [00:23:13] and enhancing [00:23:14] the culture [00:23:27] of quality and contributing [00:23:31] to the development of institutional [00:23:35] performance and raising the [00:23:38] level of services provided by the authority to everyone. [00:23:42] In Dhofar [00:23:46] of the introductory stations [00:23:48] for the project [00:23:50] aims to [00:23:55] ISO quality [00:23:58] management system in ambulance services [00:24:02] to unify procedures [00:24:06] and enhance clarity of [00:24:09] responsibilities and integration [00:24:12] of roles and raise [00:24:16] the efficiency of performance [00:24:19] and readiness according to the highest [00:24:23] international standards. This [00:24:27] meeting represents an important [00:24:30] opportunity for the unit's [00:24:33] personnel to learn about the [00:24:38] project, which is implemented [00:24:41] by the General Directorate of [00:24:45] Ambulance, and [00:24:48] about its goals and [00:24:51] implementation stages in [00:24:55] the field of quality management [00:24:58] according to international standards. [00:25:01] Such meetings also contribute [00:25:04] to knowledge transfer [00:25:07] and experience exchange between [00:25:10] the administration and geographical [00:25:14] units. The meeting [00:25:17] comes within the "Pulse" [00:25:21] plan to enhance its [00:25:24] presence in geographical units [00:25:28] and disseminate quality concepts [00:25:31] and exchange experiences, translating [00:25:35] the vision of the Civil [00:25:38] Defense and Ambulance Authority [00:25:42] towards continuous development [00:25:45] and improvement. "Pulse" is [00:25:48] not just a quality project, [00:25:52] but a vision that is embodied [00:25:56] in the field, with [00:26:00] and advancing [00:26:06] readiness, so that human safety [00:26:10] remains the goal and excellence [00:26:13] is the approach taken by [00:26:16] the Civil Defense and [00:26:19] Ambulance Authority. Lieutenant Abdullah bin [00:26:23] Abdul Aziz Tabuk, [00:26:26] Dhofar Governorate. The Eastern [00:26:30] Mountain in Al-Hamra Wilayat [00:26:34] in Al-Dakhiliyah Governorate is [00:26:38] witnessing a growing tourism [00:26:41] movement during this summer [00:26:44] season, supported by the natural [00:26:48] components and moderate climate that distinguish [00:26:51] the region, in addition to the [00:26:54] diversity of events and [00:26:58] tourism projects that enhance [00:27:01] its attractiveness as one of [00:27:05] the promising tourist destinations [00:27:08] in Al-Dakhiliyah Governorate. The [00:27:12] Eastern Mountain Summer events [00:27:15] are continuing until the end [00:27:19] of August to attract [00:27:23] visitors to the mountain, which [00:27:26] is currently witnessing the [00:27:30] implementation of a tourism project [00:27:32] called the [00:27:34] "Eastern Mountain [00:27:39] Oasis," which will work to [00:27:42] improve the level of tourism [00:27:45] services. Dear viewers, [00:27:48] to learn about the Eastern Mountain [00:27:51] Summer activities and the progress [00:27:55] of the ongoing project, our [00:27:58] correspondent, Saeed bin Al-Dheeb [00:28:02] Al-Hina'i, joins us live [00:28:06] from there. Saeed, good [00:28:09] evening. First, how is [00:28:12] the tourism movement [00:28:15] there in the Eastern [00:28:20] also, tell us about [00:28:23] the Eastern Mountain [00:28:27] activities. Good evening [00:28:30] and pleasure, [00:28:33] Saeed, and a beautiful [00:28:36] evening greeting to our [00:28:39] esteemed viewers. We are at [00:28:43] an altitude of 200 [00:28:47] meters above sea level [00:28:50] at the highest point [00:28:54] in the Eastern Mountain, which [00:28:58] is an extension of Jebel [00:29:01] Shams in this wilayat, [00:29:05] Al-Hamra Wilayat in Al-Dakhiliyah [00:29:09] Governorate. The tourism movement during this [00:29:13] period, especially during the [00:29:15] summer season, is growing [00:29:19] and increasing. Visitors [00:29:22] and tourists come to [00:29:25] this region, whether from [00:29:28] within the Sultanate of [00:29:36] Oman or from outside it, and from [00:29:39] Our correspondent Said Qadim al-Qatt. Thank you, [00:29:43] colleague Said bin Dheeb [00:29:45] Al-Hanaei. [00:29:47] The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization [00:29:51] (UNESCO) adopted an initiative on cultural property, specifically [00:29:55] pottery, copper, metals, [00:29:58] and woodworking, for the Bahla [00:30:01] volunteer team, the local community foundation, [00:30:04] at the historic Bahla Fort site in Al Dakhiliyah [00:30:07] Governorate. The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism participated [00:30:11] in the initiative for the first time in the Global Heritage Volunteers Initiative [00:30:15] for the year 2026 under [00:30:17] the slogan "Working for the Future," which [00:30:21] is organized by the World Heritage Center at UNESCO. [00:30:23] This step reflects the role of the Sultanate of Oman in [00:30:27] preserving and managing registered World Heritage sites of [00:30:30] outstanding universal value. [00:30:33] The Sultanate of Oman's participation in [00:30:37] the Arab region, after the Kingdom of Morocco, [00:30:40] for its important role in preserving global cultural [00:30:44] heritage. [00:30:51] End of the bulletin. Please go ahead. Viewers, [00:30:54] we have reached the end of this bulletin. We remind you of [00:30:58] the main headlines.