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Mark Carney says he expects US administration to respect Canadian sovereignty

OTTAWA: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, asked about reports that U.S. officials had met separatists seeking independence for the province of Alberta, on Thursday said he expected the U.S. administration to respect Canadian sovereignty. The Financial Times said State Department officials had held three meetings with the Alberta Prosperity Project, a group that is pushing…

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Oman finalises professional accreditation system for industrial sector

MUSCAT: The Ministry of Labour Oman has announced the introduction of a new professional accreditation system aimed at regulating occupational classification and professional licensing within Oman’s industrial sector, as part of wider efforts to organise the labour market and enhance workforce efficiency. In a statement issued on January 29, 2026, the ministry said the system…

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