Muscat:His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has issued two new Royal decrees aimed at amending existing legislative frameworks within Oman.
According to Oman News Agency, Royal Decree No. (97/2026) introduces amendments to the Council of Oman's Law, originally promulgated by Royal Decree No. 7/2021. These amendments are to be enforced as stipulated by the decree. Additionally, any provisions that contradict these amendments are to be annulled. The decree mandates its publication in the Official Gazette and specifies that it will become effective the day following its publication.
The second decree, Royal Decree No. (98/2026), focuses on amending the Shura Council's Members Election Law. It introduces a new article, numbered (4-bis), which requires the Minister to issue a decision outlining the regulations and procedures for the candidacy of a woman from each governorate for membership designated to women. Similar to the first decree, any conflicting provisions are to be annulled, and it will be published and enforced in the same manner.
These decrees reflect the ongoing legislative developments in Oman under His Majesty's leadership, focusing on enhancing governance and representation.