SPECIAL REPORT
‘Oman- A Nation on the Move’ unveiled
HE Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasir Al Bakri, Minister of Manpower (fourth from left) unveiling ‘Oman 1970-2009 – A Nation on the Move’. Also seen (L-R) Alpana Roy, Salman Al Balushi, Hilal Al Esry, Sandeep Sehgal and Fatma Al Araimi from UMS nited Press and Publishing (UPP) has released Oman - A Nation On the Move, a bi-lingual annual publication that commemorates the 39th National Day of Oman under the wise and visionary leadership of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos Bin Said. The fifth edition of this exclusive book is dedicated to His Majesty’s vision to create a modern country with state-of-theart technology and infrastructure to take Oman further ahead on the road to prosperity. The book was unveiled by His Excellency Sheikh Abdullah bin
Nasir Al Bakri, Minister of Manpower. On the occasion, HE said: “The fifth edition of Oman book is a wonderful effort. It showcases the excellent socio-economic development that has taken place in Oman. It also underlines the enhanced role of the private sector in taking the country forward. We are providing our support to the private sector in meeting their goals.” ‘Oman 1970-2009 - A Nation on the Move’ is divided into different sections based on various economic sectors like
The OER cover story on stock markets has come at the right time to enlighten investors and dispel the uncertainty of whether the world has turned around from the financial crisis which had gripped the economies of the world since the middle of 2008. By giving us a ring-side view of world-wide stock market happenings, you have done a good job. What makes interesting reading is the fact that there are so many lo4
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oil and gas, banking & finance, insurance, capital market, information & communication technologies, trade, industry, infrastructure, health, real estate, retail, agriculture & poultry etc. It describes the tremendous evolution the country has experienced over the years. It gives readers a glimpse of the past and the present indicating the solid future of this young nation. This book highlights the fact that the country has been growing from strength to strength. It keeps a central focus on the special measures taken by the government to meet the challenges as a result of the global recession. The book addresses how the policy of liberalisation and modernisation is paying rich dividends in the economic and social well-being of the Sultanate. Featuring the major achievements in prominent sectors, analyses by domain experts and messages from the senior ministry officials, Oman 1970-2009 is a ready reference point for information including important economic and social indicators in the Sultanate. Special copies of this book will be presented to senior dignitaries, corporate captains, heads and VIPs of the country and region. An eye catching design and life like photographs adds to the appeal of the book.
cal experts who are quoted in the story. And they have made relevant comments. The underlying theme of the story is that there is enough for everyone’s needs but not for everyone’s greed. Nabil Hussain Al Hail
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