Oman

The Imamate of Oman was a theocratic state that existed in what is now Oman and parts of the United Arab Emirates from the 7th century until the mid-20th century. The Imamate was ruled by a hereditary line of Imams, who were spiritual leaders as well as political leaders. The Imamate was characterized by a strict adherence to the Ibadi branch of Islam, and the Imams were considered to be the spiritual leaders of the Ibadis worldwide. The Imamate of Oman was known for its isolationist policies, and it had limited contact with the outside world. It was also known for its seafaring and maritime trade. The Imamate was eventually overthrown by the Al Said dynasty in the 1950s.

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For centuries, foreign powers have tussled over Oman, with Portugal, Persia and the Ottomans exchanging rule on the eastern coast of Arabia. But now, since the dwindling Persian forces were expelled after the death of Nader Shah, the new Imamate of Oman has a chance at independence and stability. Will you bring prosperity to Oman, establishing influence from Muscat to Zanzibar, or will you fall prey to the rising colonial powers?

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 * Arabic Republic