Sailing, diplomacy and globe-trotting: 16 Omanis making their mark on the world

As Oman celebrates its 50th National Day on Wednesday, we look at some of the excellent people the country has produced

Saleh Al Siyabi is a promising name in the world of sales and marketing in real estate developments. This year Mr Alsiyabi was appointed as Vice President of Sales at Al Mouj Muscat - a prominent mixed-use waterfront development in Oman after climbing up the ranks from when he started in 2006 as part of al Mouj's sales team.

Saleh Al Siyabi is a promising name in the world of sales and marketing in real estate developments. This year Mr Alsiyabi was appointed as Vice President of Sales at Al Mouj Muscat - a prominent mixed-use waterfront development in Oman after climbing up the ranks from when he started in 2006 as part of al Mouj's sales team.

Nov 19, 2020

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On Wednesday Oman will celebrate its 50th National Day, when Sultan Qaboos bin Said took the throne.

Under his reign Oman developed at lightspeed but took careful steps to preserve the nation's character and customs.

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A view of Port Sultan Qaboos in Muscat. With a country still in mourning for its former ruler and an ailing economy, National Day celebrations will be muted this year. Getty Images

Oman gears up for muted 50th National Day celebrations

The country has produced an array of diplomats, sportspeople, explorers and businesspeople worthy of mention.

Take a flick through our gallery to find out more.

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