LANGUAGE: Similar to other GCC member states, Arabic is the official language of Oman, although English is widely spoken and understood. Using English to get around or conduct business in the capital, Muscat, or other hubs such as Sohar or Salalah, is relatively easy. Locals do appreciate the...
CRYSTAL SUITES P.O. Box 566 Wadi Al Kabir T: +968 2482 6100 F: +968 2482 6116 info@crystalsuites.om www.crystalsuites.om Rooms: 75 well-furnished suites, including family, executive, junior and business suites. Business & Conference Facilities: All essential facilities, high-speed Wi-Fi, business centre, LCD projector/screen, audio-visual...
Jordan’s multitude of free trade agreements (FTAs) has created a vehicle for both domestic economic development and greater integration with the global economy. In 1997 King Hussein signed the Greater Arab Free Trade Agreement (GAFTA), marking the first of a series of trade-related accords. Throughout the 2000s, Jordan signed more than seven...
The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is located in the heart of the Middle East, in a region often termed the Levant. Jordan’s bordering countries include Iraq to the east, Saudi Arabia to the south, Israel and Palestine to the west, and Syria to the north. In total, Jordan covers 89,342 sq km of land and shares 1635 km of land border with...
For decades, various Middle Eastern countries and factions have clashed over land disagreements, religious differences and historical grievances. Against this backdrop, Jordan has emerged as a bulwark of stability. The kingdom has a history of political security and has long acted as a haven for individuals and families seeking refuge from...
NATIONAL CHARACTER: The people of Jordan are renowned for their hospitality. Most people go out of their way to assist visitors, and making friends with local Jordanians is relatively easy.
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