The effects of lower oil prices continue to be felt in Oman, with budget cuts and spending rationalisation still in evidence across the board. However, higher commodity prices in late 2017 and into early 2018 should provide a welcome boost to state revenues.
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The guide contains listings of some of the leading hotels and resorts in Oman and contacts for important government offices and services. It also contains useful tips and information for first-time or regular and business and leisure visitors alike.
This chapter contains an overview of the legal framework in which local and foreign investors operate in the country, including a breakdown of the distinctions between conventional and Islamic banks, an outline of the employment regulations for both Omanis and foreigners, and a look at commercial and personal bankruptcy laws.
This chapter contains an overview of the tax framework in which local and foreign investors operate, including a rundown of the expected changes to corporate tax rates, a look at the incentives on offer in the special economic zones and a glance ahead at plans for the proposed GCC-wide value-added tax. This chapter contains an interview with Omar Al Sharif, Country Senior Partner Oman, PwC...
Evolving rapidly over a short period, education and training play a key role in Oman’s long-term development plans. From three schools in the country prior to 1970, the sultanate’s general education sector has expanded to include 1647 public, special education, private and international schools, with a total of 724,395 pupils, including kindergarteners and preschoolers. Enrolment is compulsory...
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