Oman: RNO, minesweeper and mine detection systemsnote

The command of the Royal Navy of Oman (RNO) is said to have plans to buy a minesweeper and mine detection systems to reinforce its naval capabilities against sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz and the Arabian Sea. The following 328-word report sheds light on these plans and tells what about the reaction of Sultan Qaboos of Oman. [Briefly reproduced in Tactical Weekly (Issue No 20/29 – July 19, 2013)]