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Royal Decree No. 19/2019 promulgating the Mineral Wealth Law.

Country/Territory
Oman
Document type
Legislation
Date
2019
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Environment gen., Land & soil, Mineral resources, Sea, Waste & hazardous substances
Keyword
Mining Public health Waste disposal Waste non-domestic sources Protection of environment Basic legislation Minerals EEZ-Exclusive Economic Zone Authorization/permit Exploration Royalties/fees Monitoring Maritime zone Waste management
Geographical area
Asia, Indian Ocean, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Western Asia
Entry into force notes
This Law enters into force 30 days after its publication in the Official Gazette.
Abstract

This Law consisting of 70 articles aims at (i) providing a framework for the mining sector intended to provide more incentives and transparency; (ii) strengthening the role of the Public Authority for Mining (PAM) and clearly outlining its competencies; (iii) protecting the interests of local communities, giving priority to the local employment; (iv) protecting the environment; and (v) enforcing the investment commitments. The Law stipulates that all mineral resources, quarry materials and other related mineral wealth within Omani territorial limits, including Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and continental shelf areas, are the property of the State, and recognizes the PAM as the competent mining authority.

Full text
Arabic
Website
data.qanoon.om

References - Legislation

Repeals

Royal Decree No. 27 of 2003 issuing the Mining Law.

Legislation | Oman | 2003

Keyword: Minerals, Mining, Concession, Exploration, Management/conservation, Offences/penalties, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Implemented by

Ministerial Resolution No. 77/2010 issuing the executive regulations for the Mining Law.

Legislation | Oman | 2010

Keyword: Mining, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Authorization/permit, Contract/agreement, Data collection/reporting, Exploration, Inspection, Management/conservation, Minerals, Monitoring, Offences/penalties, Procedural matters, Protection of environment, Research, Sustainable use

Source: FAO, FAOLEX