Oman
Oman will face challenges in Syria mediation efforts
The Syrian president has visited Oman, on his first foreign trip since the earthquake
OmanGulf-US defence ties will improve
A meeting between the United States and Gulf Cooperation Council yesterday focused on defence cooperation
United StatesEconomic needs could weaken Omani neutrality
Oman and Saudi Arabia yesterday signed 13 agreements and memorandums of understanding for investment in various sectors
OmanOman-Israel ties will not improve in short term
Parliament has approved a draft amendment that would further criminalise and expand a boycott on Israel
OmanYemen’s fiscal difficulties add to humanitarian crisis
The Huthi threatened to return to war if public sector salaries in their area remain unpaid
YemenOman’s 2023 budget outturn will be better than planned
The budget for 2023 forecasts a deficit following the expected strong surplus in 2022
OmanGulf states will strengthen ties with China
China’s president landed in Saudi Arabia for a three-day visit during which he will attend meetings with regional states
Gulf statesWorld Cup will benefit Gulf states' tourism sectors
The 2022 football World Cup kicks off in Qatar on November 20, bringing in an expected 1.2 million fans
Gulf states