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Sultan of Oman issues two royal decrees on governance laws

His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has issued decrees amending provisions of the Council of Oman Law and election legislation.

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At a glance

  • Two Royal Decrees issued by Sultan Haitham bin Tarik
  • Amendments to Council of Oman Law provisions
  • Changes to Majlis Ash'shura election legislation
  • Decree 97/2026 addresses Council of Oman Law amendments

His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has issued two Royal Decrees, according to state media reports. The decrees amend certain provisions of the Council of Oman Law and legislation governing the election of Majlis Ash'shura.

The decrees were issued in Muscat, with one numbered 97/2026 addressing amendments to the Council of Oman Law.

Why it matters

The decrees modify governance and legislative structures in Oman, affecting the Council of Oman and parliamentary election processes.

Original reporting

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