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HM The Sultan Greets President of Kenya Muscat, 12 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Dr. William Ruto of the Republic of Kenya on his country’s Independence Anniversary. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his heartfelt sentiments and best wishes of success to President Dr. William Ruto in leading the people of Kenya and realizing further achievements. --- Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Congratulates King of Morocco Muscat, 12 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of congratulations to King Mohammed VI of the Kingdom of Morocco on the occasion of the Kingdom winning a bid to participate in hosting matches of the 2030 FIFA World Cup. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments to King Mohammed VI and the people of Morocco, wishing the Kingdom of Morocco success in this international sporting event participation. His Majesty also wished the Kingdom of Morocco success in achieving desired ...

HM The Sultan Congratulates Custodian of Two Holy Mosques, Saudi Crown PrinceMuscat, 12 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent two cables of congratulations to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and to Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Saudi Crown Prince, on the occasion of the Kingdom winning a bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup.During the cables, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, the Crown Prince and the Saudi people for the ...

HM The Sultan Hosts Dinner on SAF DayManah, Dec 11 (ONA) —— His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the Supreme Commander, hosted a dinner at Hisn Al Shomoukh in the Wilayat of Manah this evening on the occasion of the Sultan’s Armed Forces (SAF) Day.The ceremony comes as a felicitation by His Majesty, the Supreme Commander, to all military formations and units of the Armed Forces on this glorious day.It symbolizes his Royal recognition for their great dedication in performing the sacred duty and safeguarding the national achievements to continue the march of building under the wise ...

HM The Sultan Receives Message of Greetings from Deputy PM for Defence Affairs Muscat, 11 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the Supreme Commander, has received a message of greetings from HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs, on the occasion of the Sultan's Armed Forces Day (SAF Day), which falls on 11 December every year. HH Sayyid Shihab expressed his sentiments to His Majesty the Sultan on this auspicious occasion, wishing him good health and long life. He prayed to the Almighty Allah to protect His Majesty the ...

HM the Sultan Congratulates President-elect of Ghana Muscat, 11 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of congratulations to President John Dramani Mahama of the Republic of Ghana on winning the presidential elections in his country. In the cable, His Majesty expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes of success to the President Mahama in leading the people of his country towards the realization of further progress and prosperity. ---Ends/Thuraiya/AH ...

Royal Decree Ratifies Tax Agreement between Oman, Estonia Muscat, 10 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued Royal Decree No. 62/2024 on the ratification of an agreement between the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Estonia for the avoidance of double taxation and prevention of financial evasion. The agreement was signed in Muscat on 27 October 2024. Article (1) ratifies the above-mentioned agreement in accordance with the version attached to this decree. Article (2) says that this decree shall be published in the Official Gazette and ...

HM The Sultan Gives Audience to Princess Hajah Masna Muscat, 9 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik gave an audience at Al Barakah Palace today to Princess Hajah Masna, Ambassador-at-Large at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Brunei Darussalam. During the audience, the princess conveyed greetings and best wishes of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei Darussalam to His Majesty the Sultan and the Omani people. On his turn, His Majesty the Sultan asked the princess to convey his greetings to the Sultan of Brunei Darussalam and his ...

HM The Sultan Congratulates King of Morocco Muscat, 9 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of congratulations to King Mohammed VI of the Kingdom of Morocco on the occasion of the success of the surgery that he underwent. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes of good health, wellbeing, and a speedy recovery to King Mohammed VI. His Majesty also wished the people of Morocco further progress and prosperity. ---Ends/Thuraiya/KH ...

HM the Sultan Congratulates President-elect of NamibiaMuscat, 8 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of congratulations to President-elect Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah of the Republic of Namibia on the occasion of winning the presidential elections of her country.In the cable, His Majesty expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes of success to the President-elect in leading the people of her country towards the realization of further progress and prosperity. ---Ends/Thuraiya/AG ...

HM The Sultan Issues a Royal Decree Muscat, 5 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued Royal Decree No. 61/2024 on the vocational training sector.Article (1) transfers to the Ministry of Labour all the specializations related to vocational training from the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, as follows:1. Providing technical and vocational training and linking it to the needs of the labour market.2. Developing training curricula in accordance with approved professional criteria and levels, in addition to granting qualifications and ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of Finland Muscat, 5 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Dr. Alexander Stubb of the Republic of Finland on his country’s Independence Anniversary. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes to President Dr. Alexander Stubb. His Majesty also wished the people of Finland further progress and prosperity. --- Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Returns HomeMuscat, 4 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has returned home following a three-day state visit to the Kingdom of Belgium, during which he conducted official talks and held several meetings.During the visit, His Majesty the Sultan was accompanied by a high-ranking official delegation.May the Almighty Allah protect His Majesty the Sultan and grant him success for the good of his people!”—— Ends/Sooban ...

HM The Sultan Leaves BelgiumBrussels, 4 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik left the Kingdom of Belgium this evening after a three-day state visit.His Majesty was seen off at Brussels Military Airport by Vice Admiral Jan De Beurme, Representative of the King in the Kingdom of Belgium, Tinne Van der Straeten, Minister of Energy, some Belgian officials and members of the Omani embassy in Belgium.Upon his departure, His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik sent a cable of thanks to King Philippe Leopold Louis Marie, King of the Belgians and his spouse Queen Mathilde Marie Christine ...

HM The Sultan Visits Queen Elisabeth Music ChapelWallonia, 4 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, accompanied by King Philippe Leopold Louis Marie, King of the Belgians and his spouse Queen Mathilde Marie Christine Ghislaine, Queen of the Belgians, today visited Queen Elisabeth Music Chapel in the Wallonia region.The Chapel is a prestigious, international center responsible for the artistic education of young musicians.Upon the arrival of the motorcade of His Majesty the Sultan and the King, they were received by the Governor of the Walloon Region and the Mayor of Namur ...

HM The Sultan Greets King of ThailandMuscat, 4 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to King Maha Vajiralongkorn of Thailand on his country's National Day.In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes of good health and happiness to King Vajiralongkorn. His Majesty also wished the people of Thailand further progress, prosperity and ...

HM The Sultan Visits Belgian Port of AntwerpAntwerp, 4 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, accompanied by King Phillippe Leopold Louis Marie, King of the Belgians, visited the building of the Port of Antwerp today, as part of His Majesty’s state visit to the Kingdom of Belgium.Upon his arrival at the facility, His Majesty the Sultan was received by the Governor and Mayor of Antwerp, the CEO of the port and some Belgian officials.During the visit, His Majesty was briefed on the importance of the port, its strategic location and future plans.The meeting touched on areas of ...

In Honour of HM The Sultan, King of Belgians Hosts Official DinnerBrussels, 3 Dec (ONA) —— In honour of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, King Phillippe Leopold Louis Marie, King of the Belgians and his spouse Queen Mathilde Marie Christine Ghislaine, Queen of the Belgians hosted an official dinner at Royal Castle of Laeken.Prior to the dinner, the official delegation accompanying His Majesty the Sultan shook hands with the King and Queen of the Belgians, while members of the Belgian side shook hands with His Majesty.After that, the Belgian Royal Anthem and the Omani Royal Anthem ...

HM The Sultan Visits Brussels Town HallBrussels, 3 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, accompanied by King Philippe Leopold Louis Marie, King of the Belgians, today visited Brussels Town Hall in the Kingdom of Belgium.When he arrived at Brussels Town Hall, His Majesty the Sultan was received by the Mayor of Brussels.His Majesty viewed this ancient historical edifice, famous for its unique architectural design and for being the only remaining building from the Middle Ages.Commemorative gifts were exchanged and memorial photos were taken for His Majesty the Sultan and the ...

HM The Sultan, Belgian Prime Minister Hold TalksBrussels, 3 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and Alexander De Croo, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Belgium held an official session of talks at the Belgian Prime Minister’s Office (Le Lambermont) today.The session discussed areas of the investment and economic cooperation, and means of promoting them to serve joint interests. The two sides exchanged views on international developments and global changes, as well as investment opportunities available in various sectors.The session was attended from the Omani side by HH ...

HM The Sultan, King of Belgians Exchange Orders, MementosBrussels, 3 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and King Phillippe Leopold Louis Marie, King of the Belgians exchanged orders and commemorative gifts at the Royal Palace in Brussels today on the occasion of His Majesty’s state visit to the Kingdom of Belgium.His Majesty the Sultan conferred "Al Said Order" on King Phillippe Leopold Louis Marie and “Oman First Order” on Queen Mathilde Marie Christine Ghislaine, Queen of the Belgians, in commendation for the King of the Belgians and his spouse and in ...

HM The Sultan Accorded Official Reception Protocols in BelgiumBrussels, 3 Dec (ONA) --- An official reception ceremony was held at the Royal Palace in Brussels today for His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik on the occasion of his state visit to the Kingdom of Belgium.As the motorcade of His Majesty the Sultan headed to the Royal Palace Square, it was surrounded by a group of motorcycles.Before reaching the main square of the Royal Palace, a group of horse riders surrounded the parade. Then, a cavalcade of knights from the Royal Belgian Cavalry lined up on both sides of the path.Upon His ...

HM The Sultan Arrives in BelgiumBrussels, 2 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik arrived in Brussels this evening, on a three-day state visit to the Kingdom of Belgium.When the Royal Airplane entered the Belgian airspace, it was escorted by two military aircrafts, in a manifestation of warm welcome for His Majesty the Sultan.Upon the arrival of His Majesty the Sultan at Brussels Military Airport (Melsbroek Air Base), a welcoming musical piece was played as he descended the ramp.At the foot of the ramp, His Majesty the Sultan was received by Tinne Van der Straeten, Minister of ...

HM The Sultan Leaves for BelgiumMuscat, 2 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik left here today heading to the Kingdom of Belgium on a three-day state visit, during which he will meet KingPhilippe Leopold Louis Marie, King of the Belgians.The visit is made in response to an invitation by the King of the Belgians. It underlines the advanced relations between Oman and Belgium.His Majesty the Sultan was seen off at the Royal Airport by HH Sayyid Fahd bin Mahmoud Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for the Council of Ministers, HH Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said, Minister of ...

HM The Sultan Greets Presidents of UAE, Laos Muscat, 1 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on his country’s National Day. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his heartfelt sentiments and best wishes of good health, happiness and a long life to Sheikh Mohammed. His Majesty also prayed to Allah the Almighty for the people of the UAE to achieve aspirations of progress and prosperity under the wise leadership of Sheikh ...

HM The Sultan to Visit Belgium MondayMuscat, 30 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik will go on a state-visit to the Kingdom of Belgium this Monday.A statement was issued by the Diwan of Royal Court to this effect. It reads as follows:“In response to an invitation received by His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik from KingPhilippe Leopold Louis Marie, King of the Belgians, His Majesty the Sultan willgo on a state-visit to the Kingdom of Belgium with effect from Monday, 2 December 2024.The visit comes within the context of promoting relations between the Sultanate of Oman and ...

HM The Sultan Returns HomeMuscat, 29 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik returned home today following a two-day state visit to the Republic of Turkiye, during which he conducted official talks with the Turkish President.His Majesty the Sultan was received at the Royal Airport by HH Sayyid Fahd bin Mahmoud Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for the Council of Ministers, HH Sayyid Bilarab bin Haitham Al Said, Gen. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Nu’amani, Minister of the Royal Office, Sheikh Abdulmalik bin Abdullah Al Khalili, Chairman of the State Council, Khalid bin Hilal Al Ma’awali, ...

HM The Sultan Visits Nation's Library in AnkaraAnkara, 29 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today visited the Nation’s Library at the Turkish Presidential Complex in Ankara.During the visit, His Majesty the Sultan viewed the library’s sections, its valuable publications and rare manuscripts covering various sciences.Then, His Majesty the Sultan toured a mini exhibition of Omani-Turkish documents and publications organized on the occasion of His Majesty’s gracious visit to the Republic of Türkiye.The Nation’s Library is the largest institution of its kind in the ...

HM The Sultan Leaves TurkiyeAnkara, 29 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik left the Republic of Turkiye after a two-day state visit.His Majesty the Sultan was seen off at Ankara Esenboga International Airport by Mehmet Şimşek, Minister of Treasury and Finance, Mehmet Hakimoğlu, Ambassador of the Republic of Turkiye to the Sultanate of Oman, some of Turkish officials and members of the Sultanate of Oman’s Embassy in Ankara.Upon his departure, His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik sent a cable of thanks to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of the Republic of Turkiye.In the ...

HM the Sultan Visits Mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal AtaturkAnkara, 29 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today visited the Mausoleum of the Republic of Türkiye’s Founder Mustafa Kemal Ataturk in Ankara, as part of His Majesty's state visit to Türkiye.His Majesty signed the Visitors Book, with a short note in which he stressed the Sultanate of Oman’s keenness to support the message of peace, as a national approach. In the note, His Majesty the Sultan wished the Republic of Türkiye permanent stability, progress and prosperity.Upon his arrival at the Mausoleum, His Majesty ...