The Jakarta Post, The Associated Press, Muscat, Oman, Sun, 03/13/2011
Oman's ruler is granting lawmaking powers to officials outside the royal family in the boldest reforms yet aimed at quelling protests for jobs and a greater public role in politics.
The decree by Sultan Qaboos bin Said follows sweeping Cabinet shake-ups and promises for thousands of new civil service posts since demonstrations began late last month in the tightly ruled nation.
The decree Sunday gives the abilities to make laws and regulations to two councils - one elected and another appointed by the sultan. But it is not immediately clear if the sultan would retain veto power.
Oman's protests are limited compared with the unrest in Bahrain, but both nations are promised $10 billion each in aid from the Gulf Cooperation Council.
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