Oman Oil Company backs projects worth $15bn in Duq Looks like this is a very strong initiative by the Government to get more jobs and development in that area.. definitely looks like an amazing partner for MDL and for shareholders.. lots of $$$$ and very keen to see the mission accomplished!
"The magnitude of the investments underscore the wholly government owned company’s commitment to the development of Duqm as an engine of economic growth and a major job generator, said Oman Oil CEO Ahmed al Wahaibi." .. from May 2013
https://omanobserver.om/node/162722