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- BBC Country Profile Key facts, figures and dates
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- CIA World Factbook Map, geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, issues
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- Encarta OnLine Info, land & resources, population, economy, government, history, other related items, links....
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- Info Please General info, map, geography, government, history, land & people....
- Nation By Nation Info, government, human rights, news, geography, history, people, links....
- US Library of Congress Everything you ever wanted to know about Oman....
- World66 General info, cities, history, people, economy, getting around, getting there, links....
- World Countries Map, geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military
Cities, Towns, Municipalities & Places
- Arabian Oryx Sanctuary Natural World Heritage Site
- Bahla Fort Walls and towers of earthen brick and foundations of stone
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Services & news....
- Ibri + Culture, history, industry, songs, pictures....
- Muscat Municipality + Public service, hot line. History & geography, directorates....
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Cities & places....
- Salalah One of Oman's chief ports. Guide to Oman....
Flag, Maps, Useful Information....
- Cellular News Cellular coverage map, systems, frequencies....
- Ethnologue Languages
- Flag Description, meaning, history, interesting facts
- Flag Explanation, historical, military & political flags, subdivisions, national emblem....
- World Atlas A brief description, fast facts, flag, landforms, maps, traveller info, weather
- World Clock Local time, sunrise, sunset, GMT offset, daylight saving....
- World Paper Money Paper currency since 1970
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Business and Economy
General, Economy, Reports & Statistics
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- Bilateral Relations with Japan Diplomatic, investment, economic cooperation, residents....
- Capital Market Authority (CMA) + Responsible for organizing and overseeing the issue and trading of securities....
- Knowledge Oasis Muscat + For businesses starting up or expanding in the GCC....
- MBendi Business information, news, industries, events
- Muscat Securities Market (MSM) + Regulating the market, organising the exchange and acting as the central depository
- Muslim Trade Network Trade reference directory and guide....
- Oman and the IMF Position in the fund, reports....
- Oman Business Directory Company information, business enterprises, proprietorships, government institutions, NGOs and non gov orgs
- Oman Economic Review Provides intelligent, authoritative, and accurate business news in the Sultanate
- Oman Tender Board + Timely and reliable details of all tenders
- Ports Focus Ports, harbours, marinas....
- US Department of Energy Analysis, information, oil, natural gas, coal, electricity....
- US Department of State Country commercial guide 2001 (pdf)
- US Department of State Country reports on economic policy and trade practices - 1999
- World Bank Overview, news & events, data & statistics, publications & reports, development topics, projects & programs, Public Information Center
- World Trade Organization - WTO
Provides trade statistics, goods schedules, services schedules and MFN exemptions, trade policy reviews, dispute cases, and notifications
Banks
- Alliance Housing Bank Specialise in mortgage loans....
- Bank Dhofar Al-Omani Al-Fransi + Wholly owned and managed by Omanis....
- Bank Muscat + A range of financial products and advisory services
- Central Bank of Oman + Promoting monetary and financial stability....
- National Bank of Oman Professional and personalized approach delivering high quality service
- Oman Arab Bank A particular specialization in the provision of trade finance....
- Oman Housing Bank +
- Oman International Bank Committed to being the leading quality service bank
Directories, Job Opportunities
- Career Oman Online recruiters
- Middle East Recruitment Company + On-line manpower agency
Investment & Promotion....
- Omani Centre for Investment Promotion and Export Development Promoting the expansion of Omani exports
- Origin Oman A domestic campaign to promote Oman-made products and services
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Art, Culture & Sport
General Resources, Heritage....
Art, Literature, Photography, Cinema....
- Pictures of Oman Slideshows and Videos including: Jabrin, Jebel Shams, Muscat, Nizwa, Wadi Shab, Wahiba Sands, Misfat
Music, Song & Dance....
- Oman Centre for Traditional Music + Traditional Music and Dance of Sultanate of Oman
Cultural, Scientific, Environmental, Sporting Entities & Info
- Animal Info Threatened species, environmental and social data
- AquaStat Information on quantity and quality of freshwater and its availability
- BirdLife To determine the priorities for bird conservation in the region
- Desert Birds Birding In The Sultanate of Oman
- Geological Society of Oman Advancing the science of geology....
- Historical Association of Oman Collecting artifacts for museums, lectures and field trips....
- Muscat Rugby Club With the opening of a new facility Muscat RFC enters a new era
- Oman Dive Centre Events, diving & snorkeling, dive sites, diving courses, oasis trips, photo gallery, dolphin watching....
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Education
Schools, Colleges, Academies, Universities & Polytechnics
- Al-Sahwa Schools Bi-lingual school situated in Muscat
- British School Highest quality British education to children of all abilities and nationalities - Muscat
- College of Banking and Financial Studies To build appropriate skills, work, culture and professionalism....
- Fire Safety Engineering College Specialist training college for fire fighting and aviation safety
- Majan College + A unique system of education based on modules of study....
- Modern College of Business & Science Programs to meet the needs of individual students....
- Oman Medical College (OMC) Dedicated to training of medical doctors and pharmacists....
- Sultan Qaboos University An educational and living environment which is both functional and attractive
- Sur University College Academic programs are designed and quality assured by Melbourne University Private
Institutions & Organizations
- Polyglot Institute Oman Contractual training in accordance with the requirement of organizations
Research, Resources & Projects
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History, Human Right & Politics
Ancient & Modern....
- Political Geography Land and people, history....
- World Statesmen Flags, chronology, rulers, governors, ministers, commissioners....
Human Rights, Politics & Political Parties....
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News, reports, urgent action. Latest annual report....
- US Department of State Country reports on human rights practices
Related Sites, Articles....
- Constitution Background, history & news
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Media
Newspapers, Magazines....
- Al-Watan Daily newspaper
- Oman Daily newspaper
- Oman Observer Daily newspaper
OnLine News, Newsletters, News Agencies....
- Oman News Agency + Daily news bulletin, pictures....
- Washington Post News & references
Radio, TV, Internet....
- Oman Tourism General information, attractions, services, gallery, tourism laws....
- Oman Radio & TV + Live radio, live video, foreign service....
- Omania + Bulletin board, public forum
Articles, Reports, Cartoons....
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Government & Organizations....
Government, Ministries, Overseas Missions, Embassies....
- Chiefs of State and Cabinet Members
- Political Leaders Dates and figures of the leadership since 1932 (with pictures)
- Majlis Al-Shura
- State Council + Activities....
- Ministry of Commerce and Industry + Facilitate commercial, industrial and tourist activities....
- Ministry of Education
- Ministry of Finance +
- Ministry of Health + Health services and programmes....
- Ministry of Housing, Electricity and Water
- Ministry of Information + Official source of information
- Ministry of Justice +
- Ministry of National Economy + Information & Publication Center....
- Ministry of National Heritage and Culture + Handcrafts, exhibitions, arceology, museumes,forts & castles, art & folklore....
- Ministry of Regional Municipalities, Envir onment and Water Resources +
Sevices, environmental issues, natural reserves, data & statistics....
- Directorate-General of Civil Status + Offers high-quality national services....
- Meteorological Department + Weather and climate information to a broad spectrum of individuals and organizations....
- Oman IT Executive Committee + Providing and promoting Information Technology industry....
- Royal Oman Police + Information covering the services rendered, duties and tasks....
- State General Reserve Fund Responsible for the investment of the reserves of the Sultanate of Oman
- Telecommunications Regulatory Authority Regulates the establishment, operation and maintenance of telecommunications services
Corporations, Organizations, Public Hospitals and Industrial Entities
- Oman Cables Industry SAOG (OCI), A manufacturer and exporter of electric cables, wires, instrumentation cables, & overhead transmission line conductors in the Middle East
- Oman Network Information Center (OMnic) The authorised body for registering ".om" domain name
- Oman Telecommunications Company (Omantel) + Provide high quality Telecommunications services at reasonable prices....
- Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) + The major exploration and production company....
- Shell Oman Omani company with a franchise from Shell International
- Al-Shatti Hospital Emphasis on personalised service and efficiency
- The Royal Hospital Aims at providing specialist and super-specialist care of the highest standard
Centers, Institutions, Societies, Charities....
- Association of Early Intervention for Children with Special Needs Social, medical, physical and academic requirements....
- Oman Association for the Disabled
- Omani Charitable Organization + Supporting and financing social care programs and projects
- Oman Society of Engineers Seeks to advance all matters related to engineers & engineering....
- Oman Studies Centre Encouraging the study of Oman's history and of the social, economic and cultural conditions
Foreign Entities
- British Embassy + The Embassy offers consular, commercial and visa services to members of the public....
- Syrian Embassy
- US Embassy Consular, commercial, information services, US - Omani Relations, articles....
- British Counsil Library and information services, events, news, conferences, learn English
- World Health Organization Tobacco & health, socio-economic situation
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Travel & Tourism
Airlines, Air, Sea & Coach Charters Services
- Oman Air Fleet, schedule, services, cargo....
Travel, Tours, Guides.... More country info
- Arabesque Tailor your holiday throughout Oman - Muscat, Salalah, Nizwa and more
- Majan Tours Tour operator in Oman offering package/tailor-made tours for inbound/outbound travel
- Muscat Travel Cultural and interpretive tours for individuals and groups
- Oman Holiday An exceptional insight into travel within Oman
- Oman Tourism General information, attractions, services, gallery, tourism laws....
- Salalah Travel Tours include excursions of a few hours , to full country safaris of up to 3 weeks
- Lonely Planet Travel information, maps, photos, background historical and cultural information
- Middle East Travel Accommodation, history, after hours, travel info, addresses, cities & sights, business....
- Travel Guide General & travel info, money, duty free, health, accommodation, visas....
- World Travel Guide Accommodation, addresses, business, climate, essentials, resort, social, travel
Hotels, Resorts, Inns, Hostels....
- Hilton Salalah
- Grand Hyatt Muscat Located on the sandy beach of Shatti
- All Hotels Hotels, description & rates
- Hotels Travel Hotels directory & tourist information
- Oman Hotels Travel Guide Offers hotels and resorts online reservations
Health & Travel Tips
- Foreign & Commonwealth Office Travel information, country advise, latest travel updates....
- Travel Document Systems Passports, visas, travel documents
- US Consular Information Visa, health, crime/drug penalties....
Weather....
- Tide Calendar Tide times, sunset, sunrise and global position
- Weather Underground Temperature, humidity, pressure
- Yahoo Weather By city. Forcast, sunrise, sunset, humidity, wind, dewpoint....
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