Deconstructing Energy Security in Oman

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This book offers a significant and timely analysis of energy security in Oman from 1920 to 2020, relevant to current global geopolitics in the Gulf and Middle East, as well as ongoing climate change discussions. It combines a political sociological perspective with postcolonial concepts, exploring energy politics within the historical and contemporary political, economic, security, and social frameworks of Oman. Featuring interviews with Omani practitioners and utilizing historical documents, including Arabic-language sources, the study evaluates energy security beyond economic factors, addressing socio-political opportunities and challenges. It provides economic recommendations aligned with rentier state theory. Distinct from prevailing narratives, the book moves away from liberal and realist frameworks, engaging with critical security studies to present a non-Eurocentric viewpoint. It appeals to scholars of Middle Eastern history, energy security, and security studies, contributing to critical literature on the Gulf, particularly in environmental studies and energy policy. The chapters cover topics such as the securitization of energy, the evolution of energy security from 1920 to 2020, and the relationship between energy, social development, and climate change.