Oman celebrates Crafts Day
Oman celebrates Crafts Day
Muscat - BNA
Oman is celebrating the Omani Craftsman Day marked every year on March 3 following the issuance of the Royal Decree 24/2003 establishing the Public Authority for Craft Industries to promote the different types of craft industries in the Sultanate and maximize their contribution to national economy and sustainable development.
Dr. Rawiyah bint Saud Al-Busaidiyah, Omani Minister of Higher Education is patronising the celebrations, Oman News Agency (ONA) reported.
The celebrations from March 3 to 5 include a craft exhibition that will include pieces of modern furniture and interior décor with Omani touches that are displayed for the first time.
Craft establishments operating in woodworks, fronds and textile will take part in the exhibition. Omani craftsmen who won at the World Craft Council (WCC) "Award of Excellence for Handicrafts". 2016 will also be honored during the event
Source: BNA
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