What more needs to be done to achieve the targets set for diversifying the country’s economy?
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Interviews & Viewpoints | Ali bin Masoud Al Sunaidy, Minister of Commerce and Industry: Interview from The Report: Oman 2015
Interviews & Viewpoints | Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said on setting the framework for modern development: Viewpoint from The Report: Oman 2015
Our determination to move forward with confidence towards the broader horizons of comprehensive, sustainable development, remains undiminished. While committed to preserving our own values and identity, we are enthusiastic about developing international relations to reinforce the advances we have already made. Further progress, we believe, can...
Interviews & Viewpoints | Lim Hng Kiang, Singapore Minister for Trade and Industry: Interview from The Report: Oman 2015
Interviews & Viewpoints | Roberto Azevêdo, Director-General, World Trade Organisation (WTO): Interview from The Report: Oman 2015
What are the most significant benefits of WTO membership for countries like Oman that rely on hydrocarbons for the bulk of their income?
Interviews & Viewpoints | OBG talks to Ahmed bin Abdullah Al Shoaibi, Director-General, Institute of Public Administration (IPA) from The Report: Saudi Arabia 2014
How is the government ensuring a level playing field in the application and promotion processes within the public sector?
Interviews & Viewpoints | Tackling obstacles: Ali Samara, Partner, EY Jordan, on real solutions for the kingdom’s revenue shortage from The Report: Jordan 2014
The kingdom’s economy relies heavily on tax revenues and foreign aid to secure the funds required to provide public services. In order to increase tax revenues, and consequently reduce dependence on foreign aid, the government should allocate resources towards increasing the efficiency of the tax system, and encourage compliance at both the...