The global marketplace is in upheaval
The world has been mired in uncertainty and tragedy following the military and economic conflicts that have erupted in recent years. Wars are often fought by world powers with intent to control...
Renewable energy sector is a major job generator
Despite the crises resulting from the Russian-European-American conflict and its adverse effects on international relations between the political and economic blocs in the world, the hostilities have...
Financial crimes can hurt investment inflows
Nobody denies that financial crimes pull down the credit rating of countries, and reduce the volume of foreign investments. Thus, a business environment characterized by a lower financial crime rate...
Strong potential for growth in Oman-Brazil ties
Trade relations expand annually with the Republic of Brazil in various fields, especially on the economic front. Both friendly countries play a large and important role in strengthening bilateral...
Compulsory health insurance has beneficial knock-on effects
More and more countries around the world are seeking to adopt laws and regulations related to compulsory health insurance, enabling their citizens to secure the required treatment in a timely manner....
The salary dilemma in the private sector
haiderdawood@hotmail.com It is well-known that a person always opts for an employer who offers him an attractive monthly salary and other benefits with which to build his future.In the Sultanate of...
What it takes to become a hub for FDI
The inflow of foreign investments into the region is the result of policies and measures adopted recent years based on its political and economic appeal. The State of Qatar is a notable example of a...
Role of banks in financing small projects
haiderdawood@hotmail.com - Banks in emerging countries are keen to finance micro and medium-sized enterprises promoted by entrepreneurs and start-up business owners with the patented to become large...
Fish farming can have beneficial impacts for the Omani economy
haiderdawood@hotmail.com The Omani government continues to prioritise fisheries and aquaculture development. Fishing has been an important source of livelihood for thousands of Omani citizens since...
The dollar in business transactions
Will the world continue to acquire the greenback during the coming decades within the framework of the financial and monetary policies that some countries follow in dealing with their local currencies...
Egypt’s all-important tourism sector eyes stronger inflows
Nobody denies that Egypt is one of the leading countries in the Arab world in terms of tourism. Millions of tourists visit Egypt annually, despite the congestion it suffers from, notwithstanding the...
Islamic chambers can help develop halal trade
Islamic chambers of commerce take great interest in matters related to halal products keeping in mind the needs of Muslims, particularly those living outside Islamic countries.The issue was addressed...
What’s the new OCCI Law all about?
haiderdawood@hotmail.com - The issuance of the latest Royal Decree regarding the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) aims to enhance the functions and responsibilities of the Chamber.OCCI...
Green bonds can advance climate sustainability
Environmental experts believe that it has become necessary to have a map for economic activities concerning climatic, environmental and social goals. From this point of view, some countries of the...
Renewable energy development beset by financing challenges
haiderdawood@hotmail.com - Political and military conflict plaguing many parts of the world today can only be resolved if people can live in an atmosphere of dignity, mutual respect and prosperity....
‘Made in Oman’ in collaboration with Qatar
Qatari investments in the Sultanate of Oman have strengthened in recent years, becoming concentrated in several active economic sectors, including the industrial sector. One significant project...
Car prices are rising in the region
haiderdawood@hotmail.com - It is expected that a fresh increase in the prices of some products including all kinds of cars and vehicles is likely in the near future. Some automotive brands are...
Will Oman’s Central Bank issue its own virtual currency?
Although the monetary authorities in the Sultanate of Oman had two years ago cautioned against trading in cryptocurrencies due to their volatility, as well as risks associated cyber theft and fraud,...
Looming crises over water shortages
haiderdawood@hotmail.com - Water – or lack of it – is the subject of renewed concern in the face of rising demand growth from populations, coupled with the desire of countries to secure their...
Oman and Brazil work to strengthen economic relations
The Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry received a high-level Brazilian economic delegation headed by Flavio Augusto Rocha, Minister of Strategic Affairs of the Republic of Brazil, and a number of...