Oman has a long history as a trading empire and was once a powerful maritime state. It was ruled by various dynasties before modernizing under Sultan Qaboos in the 20th century. Oman remains a stable monarchy with an economy based on oil, trade, and tourism.
Oman, officially the Sultanate of Oman, is a country located on the southeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula in Western Asia. It shares land borders with the United Arab Emirates to the northwest, Saudi Arabia to the west, and Yemen to the southwest, with coastlines along the Arabian Sea to the south and east, and the Gulf of Oman to the northeast. Covering an area of approximately 309,500 square kilometers, Oman has a population of about 5.1 million people as of 2023. The capital and largest city is Muscat. The official language is Arabic. Oman operates as an absolute monarchy, with the Sultan serving as both head of state and government. The economy is diversified, with oil and natural gas being significant sectors, alongside tourism, fishing, and agriculture. Oman is known for its diverse landscapes, including deserts, mountains, and coastlines, as well as its rich cultural heritage that reflects a blend of Arab, Persian, African, and Indian influences. The country is a member of international organizations such as the United Nations, the Gulf Cooperation Council, and the Arab League.
