14th round of India-Oman Strategic Consultative Group meeting takes place in Muscat, Oman
Oman (Capital: Muscat)
Political Features:
- A member of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), it is the oldest independent state in the Arab world.
- Bordering Countries: It is bounded by Yemen (South-west), United Arab Emirates (North-west), and Saudi Arabia (West).
- Maritime Boundaries: Arabian Sea (South and East) and Gulf of Oman (North).
Geographical Features:
- Desert: Rub al-Khali (Empty Quarter) desert.
- Mountain Ranges: Hajar and Dhofar.
- Natural Resources: Petroleum, Copper, Asbestos, Limestone, Natural Gas etc.
