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Financing plays a major role in enhancing the development of national economies through projects that are implemented at the governmental, private, and public–private partnership levels. The Omani...

Economic partnership between government institutions and the private sector is carried out through a number of organisations, foremost among them the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI),...

Taxes constitute a main item in the annual financial budgets of many countries around the world in order to finance public services such as education, healthcare, infrastructure improvement, security...

Over the past five years, Oman has witnessed significant legislative and administrative reforms, particularly in the field of commercial justice. Among the most notable developments is the...

All countries and governments around the world are keen to combat inflation. This is what the Omani government has been doing for many years through the measures taken by the Central Bank of Oman in...

For several decades, the government has been making strenuous efforts to develop the tourism sector and expand its reach to include all Omani governorates. However, the sector's contribution to...

The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion sometimes cancels inactive commercial registrations under its supervision. The cancellation of inactive or expired commercial registrations...

The Sultanate of Oman has entered a new era by deciding to establish modern cities in the country, which are being built through investments from foreign and local firms. This sector will remain...

The number of Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) graduates has continued to increase each year since the university was inaugurated in 1986 under the auspices of the late His Majesty Sultan Qaboos — may...

Private institutions such as Credit Oman play a central role in supporting Omani exports by providing insurance mechanisms, in line with the government's efforts to diversify income sources,...

The issue of housing and living expenses for college and university students in Oman is often a prickly one, particularly with regard to those coming from outside Muscat Governorate. Apartment and...

The world recognises the importance of aligning work environment policies with the investment procedures in any country. This alignment helps boost productivity, stabilises the workforce in...

Everyone hopes that the 0.25% (a quarter of a percentage point) reduction in annual interest rates at banks worldwide will alleviate some of the burdens on borrowers, individuals and institutions,...

Over the past five decades, the Sultanate of Oman has witnessed significant economic developments, including modernising its legislative frameworks and expanding its logistical infrastructure, such as...

Local media outlets sometimes raise questions about the necessity of a national risk management strategy. Indeed, this topic is important because it highlights a fundamental element of any economy...

Chambers of commerce and industry around the world play a major role in integrated strategic media work. Although these institutions are not primarily media outlets, they have a significant impact in...

At the beginning of 2025, expectations were that gold prices would rise to $3,000 per ounce and potentially soar above $3,500 as well. However, as things stand, prices have currently exceeded this...

Banks worldwide play a pivotal role in promoting education and employing national cadres. They work in several ways, including providing tuition financing and student loans for higher education, both...

Standardisation bodies around the world play a significant and vital role in developing local economies and protecting consumers from any risks related to the use of products and the services.The...

Over the past five decades, the Sultanate of Oman has developed a pool of national talent capable of performing various tasks currently performed by expatriates. However, employing this wealth of...