The story: Oman has unveiled a new five-point economic stimulus plan. Authorities in Muscat hope that it will stimulate growth and accelerate the diversification of the country’s oil-based economy—both key objectives of Oman’s Vision 2040 program. Meanwhile, Muscat is struggling to cope with the financial shortages caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.

The coverage: Omani traditional media covered the news in detail—and with optimism. On March 9, Oman’s state news agency published on Twitter a thread...