Political Parties and Elections
Oman does not allow political parties and only holds elections with expanding suffrage for a consultative assembly. Though Oman is developing into a constitutional monarchy, political parties are not yet allowed in Oman. The previously influential opposition movement, the Popular Front for the Liberation of Oman, is dormant today. The last elections were held on 15 October 2011.
| Members | Seats |
|---|---|
| Elected non-partisans | 84 |
| Total (turnout %) | 84 |
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