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The late 1960s were characterised by debates about British policy East of Suez but Oman remained immune from the decision to withdraw. There were elements of continuity in the Sultan’s relations with the Foreign Office including support for the SAF, and the failure to implement a development programme. The most significant internal development in Oman was the export of oil in 1967, which led to a windfall income which meant that there was no viable excuse to avoid expenditure on development. Said bin Taymur’s rule became increasingly difficult to sustain, and the main reason why the Foreign Office did not take measures to overthrow him was the absence of a viable alternative. Belatedly steps were taken to depose the Sultan.

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Separate in Isolation: Oman and the British Withdrawal from the Gulf

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    2025年

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  • Tancred Bradshaw

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The late 1960s were characterised by debates about British policy East of Suez but Oman remained immune from the decision to withdraw. There were elements of continuity in the Sultan’s relations with the Foreign Office including support for the SAF, and the failure to implement a development programme. The most significant internal development in Oman was the export of oil in 1967, which led to a windfall income which meant that there was no viable excuse to avoid expenditure on development. Said bin Taymur’s rule became increasingly difficult to sustain, and the main reason why the Foreign Office did not take measures to overthrow him was the absence of a viable alternative. Belatedly steps were taken to depose the Sultan.