Technology in Oman

 Oman is progressive in the technology sense, especially in telecommunication, technological infrastructure and technological innovation. The country has stepped up the deployment of 4G and 5G networks to enable increased connectivity within the cities and other parts of the country. The holistic vision for Oman named Oman Vision 2040 aims at creating a knowledge-based economy and smart city development and functioning incline to the facilitated creation of e-government services. Some of the ways through which the government fosters startup development and technology advancement include; allowances such as the Oman Technology Fund. Also, Oman is diversifying its economy by investing in the manufacture and usage of renewable energy technologies like solar energy and wind energy. E-commerce is another techno-centric industry developing Oman’s future, and so are the fintech and educational technology industries.



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