Omani vessel making waves in French city

MUSCAT – Visitors are thronging Royal Navy of Oman vessel 'Shabab Oman' in the French city of Rouen where it is taking part in the ‘Rouen Armada Naval Festival’. Besides the legendary sail ship itself, the exhibits on board, depicting Oman’s culture and heritage, were a major draw. Also visiting the vessel were Omani students studying in France and Arab families in Rouen. Meanwhile, Shabab Oman has been receiving considerable coverage in the local press. The Romandy daily gave the ship’s visit a full page treatment, while several TV channels have been highlighting the vessel’s presence in Rouen and Oman’s participation in the... [read full story]