EFG Hermes: Egypt’s economy will grow 3.5% in 2013
The acceptance of Egypt’s pending IMF loan will have a positive effect…
Oman holds first local elections
Oman's elected Majlis Al-Shura has the authority to question ministers and advise…
US arms sales triple in 2011
Selling weapons worth $66.3 billion overseas, the US arms sales triple
Oman crackdowns on freedom of speech
latest arrests for criticising the Sultan highlight government unease with dissent
Omani activists sentenced to prison
Similar to the ongoing crackdown on human rights activists in the region,…
Islamic banking to boost loan growth in Oman, says NBK Capital
By Rachana Khanzode / Reuters MUSCAT: The introduction of Islamic banking in Oman…