While a significant nomadic population still pushes its herds across the steppe, young adults in Ulaanbaatar use fibre-optic networks to access the internet. Heir to the legacy of Chinggis Khan, Mongolia is fast emerging as a land rich with economic potential – a country that is seeking growth while also working to preserve its unique national culture.
Articles & Analysis | Route causes: Investment in Musandam’s connectivity is set to boost visitor numbers from The Report: Oman 2013
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...
Articles & Analysis | Top marks: As accolades raise its profile, regulatory changes make it easier to visit the sultanate from The Report: Oman 2013
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...
Interviews & Viewpoints | OBG talks to Ahmed bin Nasser Al Mahrizi, Minister of Tourism from The Report: Oman 2013
How is the ministry promoting balanced and diversified development of tourism infrastructure?