The fundamental legal framework of the sultanate is laid out in the Basic Statute of the State (Royal Decree 101/1996, as amended), which is essentially Oman’s constitution. All primary legislation is issued by His Majesty the Sultan pursuant to royal decrees, which are published in the bimonthly Official...
As a source of technical knowledge and skills, the six regional colleges of technology and one higher college of technology run by Oman’s Ministry of Manpower perform a crucial role with respect to the nation’s labour market. The diplomas, higher diplomas and bachelor’s degrees they offer have enabled Omanis to engage with the new technologies...
Steeped in history but with an eye to the future, the northernmost governorate of Musandam is on a development path that will entice both discerning tourists and investors seeking access to the Gulf. In line with the Sultan’s directive to provide essential services infrastructure to all regions, several projects have been initiated in the...
Although relatively isolated in Oman’s southern region of Dhofar, the city of Salalah has become a major hub for trans-shipment. Built in the late 1990s, the Port of Salalah is Oman’s largest seaport and among the 30 biggest container ports in the world.
ADJUSTING REGULATIONS: In addition to planning extra events, the authorities instituted legal changes to make visiting the sultanate simpler. On February 20, 2012, the Ministry of Tourism announced new, less costly visa options for short-term travellers. These options include a 10-day...
As economic activity continues to expand outside of the capital, steps are being taken to meet a growing demand for increased infrastructure. One notable example is the effort to expand power generation capacity in Salalah, the capital of the Dhofar region.
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