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Skills Gap and Work Culture Challenges: Key Factors Shaping Oman’s Labour Market for Investors and Business Owners

Structural gaps in skills alignment and work culture, not just job availability, shape Oman’s labour market outcomes, says Saif al

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UAE Petrol Prices Surge 30% Amid Middle East Conflict: What This Means for Your Investments and Business Costs

United Arab Emirates petrol prices surged over 30% in April, diesel soaring 72%, amid the Middle East conflict. Iran's drone

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Pumped-Storage Hydropower in Oman: What Investors and Businesses Need to Know About This Emerging Energy Opportunity

The Ministry of Energy and Minerals in Oman, with the Ministry of Agriculture and the Authority for Public Services Regulation,

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Middle East Conflict to Impact Air Travel Growth: What Investors and Businesses in Oman Need to Know

International air travel demand rose 5.9% vs. Feb 2025, with capacity up 5.3% and load factor at 80.5%. However, Middle

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RO 8.8 Billion Investments Across Regulated Sectors: What This Means for Business Growth and Opportunities in Oman

Investments in sectors regulated by APSR are projected to double to RO 8.8 billion during 2026–2030. Key initiatives include renewable

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Oman Crude Oil Price Surges to $124: Key Impacts for Investors and Businesses in Oman

Oman’s crude oil price surged to $124 per barrel in May 2026, driven by disruptions from the US-Iran war. The

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Oman-Belarus Investment Forum: Unlocking New Opportunities for Business Growth and Cross-Border Investment

The Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) will host the Oman-Belarus Business Forum on April 2, aiming to boost

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New Initiative Integrates Solar Energy into Agricultural Projects: What It Means for Investors and Entrepreneurs in Oman

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources in Oman launched the ‘Solar Energy — Sustainable Harvest’ initiative to reduce

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Renewable Energy in Oman: How Powering 155,000 Homes Can Transform Your Business and Investment Opportunities

The Authority for Public Services Regulation (APSR) in Oman announced improvements including doubling compensation for repeated service failures. Between 2021-2025,

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Oman’s Non-Oil GDP to Reach RO 28.7 Billion in 2025: Key Growth Insights for Investors and Entrepreneurs

Oman’s economy grew 2.4% in 2025, led by non-oil sectors. Non-oil GDP rose 3.1% to RO 28.7B, while petroleum grew

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