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OBG introduces the reader to the different aspects of the legal system in Egypt, in partnership with AB & David. OBG talks to David Ofosu-Dorte, CEO, AB & David, on a new legal regime for nuclear energy.

Oman offers a diverse as well as highly competitive telecoms sector, with two full-network operators and three virtual network operators catering to a market of 4m people. Despite this, however, the sector has continued to expand on the back of rising subscriptions and increasing mobile penetration rates. Growing market maturity has led to operators looking to boost take-up of mobile internet and value-added services in order to drive revenues, while targeting niches with innovative offers. Meanwhile, the IT segment is thriving, with a particular emphasis being placed on the support of SMEs. The Sas Programme, a notable example this, aims to support young entrepreneurs by providing technical and business training to IT startups.

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 business and leisure visitors alike.

This chapter contains an overview of the legal framework within which local and international investors operate in Oman, including a look at the business environment for foreign investors, the different types of corporate entity recognized in Oman and a rundown of the various incentives available for inward investment. This chapter contains a viewpoint from Paul Sheridan, Managing Partner, Dentons.

This chapter contains an overview of the tax framework within which local and international investors operate in Oman, including an examination of the FTAs in place and how they are enabling more foreign investments, and a rundown of the proposed changes to the VAT laws currently under examination. This chapter contains an interview with Kenneth Macfarlane, Country Senior Partner, PwC.