Oman Central Bank Circular No. BM655/1992

Exemption of Loans and Advances Secured by Government Development Bonds from Single Obligor Norms Stipulated in the Banking Law 1974 and the Amendments Thereto

To: All Banks Operating in the Sultanate of Oman

Subject: Exemption of Loans and Advances Secured by Government Development Bonds from Single Obligor Norms stipulated in the Banking Law 1974 and the Amendments thereto

  1. As banks are aware, the fourth Development Plan of the Government of the Sultanate envisages the mobilization of substantial local resources for its successful implementation. Mobilization of resources through the issuance of Government Development Bonds is expected to play a significant role in the Government’s overall strategy.