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The ratings agency said the change reflected the erosion of Oman’s foreign reserves in a context of low oil prices. Fears are rising over the country's longer-term economic…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB220877
ISSN: 2633-304X
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Diversification outlook in the GCC.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB206213
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PMI data indicate that the non-oil private sector continues to expand in 2023 as the government attempts to diversify its economic base away from gas dependency. Regulatory reform…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283091
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The additional income is being partly used to direct support to poorer segments of society. However, this has not ended the mounting popular pressure for accelerated change. The…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB266079
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The outlook for Gulf privatisation.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB213556
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Oman has historically maintained strong business and diplomatic links with Iran, cutting across the anti-Iranian political agenda pressed by Saudi Arabia on the other Gulf…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB217954
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The deal links two key sectors in the six Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries’ efforts to diversify their hydrocarbon-dependent economies, connecting transportation and…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB281388
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This brings in different perspectives on issues such as economic diversification, social liberalism, Israel and the role of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB256938
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Many welcomed the decision, believing it reflected the authorities’ acknowledgement of social realities. The decision also builds on other changes to state-society relations, such…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB279486
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Prospects for Gulf Arab sovereign wealth funds.