Muscat, Oct. 30 -- Oman has introduced a temporary 30-litre limit on fuel purchases at petrol stations within 50 kilometres of its border crossings following increased demand at some outlets, according to media reports.

The National Subsidy Committee (NSC) approved the measure to maintain fuel availability for consumers, the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion (Tejarah) announced.

Nasra bint Sultan Al Habsi, Director General of Commerce at the ministry, explained the restriction during an interview with Oman Radio.

She clarified that motorists can refuel more than once a day despite the cap. However, authorities have not specified whether the 30-litre limit applies per person or per vehicle, or how long the restrict...