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HM The Sultan Receives Credentials of Several Ambassadors Muscat, 10 Feb 2026 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today received at Al Barakah Palace the credentials of several ambassadors of countries appointed to the Sultanate of Oman. His Majesty accepted the credentials of the following: - Charles Kingston, Ambassador of Cindy Kiro, Governor-General of New Zealand to the Sultanate of Oman. - Yevgeny Sobolevsky, Ambassador of President Aleksandr Lukashenko of the Republic of Belarus to the Sultanate of Oman. - Hoang Huu Anh, Ambassador of ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of Iran Muscat, 10 Feb 2026 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian of the Islamic Republic of Iran on his country's National Day. In the cable, His Majesty expressed his sincere wishes for Iran to achieve further accomplishments. His Majesty also wished the relations of cooperation and partnership to grow and expand across various sectors in a manner that serves the interests of both countries. ---Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Greets Pope of Vatican Muscat, 10 Feb 2026 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to Pope Leo XIV, Head of State of Vatican City, on his country's National Day. In the cable, His Majesty expressed his heartfelt sentiments to Pope Leo XIV and the people of his country, wishing them further progress and prosperity. ---Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Gives Audience to Iran’s Secretary of Supreme National Security Council Muscat, 10 Feb 2026 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik gave an audience at Al Barakah Palace today to Dr. Ali Larijani, Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council of the Islamic Republic of Iran. During the audience, the guest conveyed greetings and best wishes of President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian of the Islamic Republic of Iran to His Majesty the Sultan. The Iranian President also wished the people of Oman further progress and prosperity. On his turn, His Majesty ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of Portugal Muscat, 10 Feb 2026 (ONA) ---His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President-elect António José Seguro on winning the presidential elections in the Republic of Portugal. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his best wishes to President-elect António in successfully leading the people of his country and realizing their aspirations. His Majesty also expressed his hope for the growth and development of the relations between the two countries across various levels. ---Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Congratulates Japanese Prime Minister on Winning Elections Muscat, 9 Feb 2026 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of congratulations to Sanae Takaichi, Prime Minister of Japan on winning the elections. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes of success to the Prime Minister in leading her country’s government and people towards further progress. His Majesty also wished the partnership and cooperation relations between Oman and Japan further prosperity. --- Ends/AH ...

Royal Decree Appoints Ambassador at Foreign Ministry Muscat, 8 Feb 2026 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued Royal decree No. (24/2026) on appointing an ambassador at the Foreign Ministry. Article (1) appoints Nasser bin Sulaiman bin Hamad Al Harthy to the position of an ambassador at the Foreign Ministry. He shall be granted the special grade. Article (2) says that this decree shall be published in the Official Gazette and enforced from its date of issue. --- Ends/AH ...

HM The Sultan Returns Home Following Private Visit to GermanyMuscat, 5 Feb 2026 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik returned home this evening, following a several-day private visit to the Federal Republic of Germany.May Allah the Almighty grant His Majesty the Sultan, His enduring support and guide him to all that ensures prosperity and advancement.--- Ends/Khalid ...

HM The Sultan Greets Governor General of New ZealandMuscat, 5 Feb 2026 (ONA) —- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to Cindy Kiro, Governor General of New Zealand on the occasion of her country’s National Day.In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes of success to the Governor General in realizing further aspirations of progress and prosperity for the people of New Zealand. His Majesty also wished the relations of cooperation between Oman and New Zealand further progress in various spheres.—- Ends/AH ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of Sri Lanka Muscat, 3 Feb 2026 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka on his country’s Independence Anniversary. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his heartfelt sentiments and best wishes to Sri Lanka for further progress and achievements on all spheres. His Majesty also wished the bilateral relations further growth and progress to serve mutual interests. ---Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Greets Governor-General of Australia, President of India Muscat, 25 Jan 2026 (ONA) — His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to Sam Mostyn, Governor-General of Australia on her country’s National Day. His Majesty the Sultan has also sent a cable of greetings to President Droupadi Murmu of the Republic of India on her country’s Republic Day. In the cables, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his heartfelt sentiments and lauded the relations binding the Sultanate of Oman with Australia and the Republic of India. His Majesty also ...

HM the Sultan Congratulates Sultan of Brunei Darussalam on Successful Surgery Muscat, 20 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of congratulations to Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei Darussalam on the successful surgery he underwent. In the cable, His Majesty wished Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah a speedy recovery, praying to Allah the Almighty to grant him good health and long life. ---Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Heads to Germany on Private VisitMuscat, 16 Jan 2026 (ONA) ——His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik left here today heading to the Federal Republic of Germany on a several day private visit.May Allah the Almighty protect His Majesty the Sultan wherever he might be and grant him good health, wellbeing and long life!—— Ends/AH ...

HM The Sultan Receives Italian Prime Minister, Hold TalksMuscat, 14 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik received at Al Barakah Palace today Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of the Italian Republic.At the outset of the meeting, His Majesty the Sultan welcomed the guest and her accompanying official delegation, wishing them a pleasant stay in the Sultanate of Oman. For her part, the Prime Minister expressed her delight with this visit, appreciating His Majesty the Sultan's warm welcome and hospitality.The Prime Minister conveyed greetings of President Sergio Mattarella of the ...

His Majesty the Sultan Confers Royal Orders on Some Female Figures Muscat, 14 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik conferred Royal orders on several female figures. Her Highness the Honourable Lady Assayida Ahd Abdullah Hamed Al Busaidi, Spouse of the Sultan of Oman, presented the order today at Al Barakah Palace. The Royal Commendation Order (Second Class) was conferred upon Lujaina Mohsin Haider Darwish Al Zaabi, Sayyida Sana Hamad Saud Al Busaidi, Amina Saud Salim Bahwan Al Mukhaini, Dr. Hanan Abdulaziz Yahya Al Kindi, Dr. Nadia Suleiman Ali Al ...

Before HM The Sultan, Officials Take Oath of OfficeMuscat, 14 Jan 2026 (ONA) — Before His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik at Al Barakah Palace today, the following took the oath of office: HH Sayyid Bilarab bin Haitham Al Said, Minister of State and Governor of Muscat, Anwar bin Hilal Al Jabri, Minister of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, Sayyid Faisal bin Hamoud Al Busaidi, Governor of Musandam and Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Abdullah Al Hinai, Ambassador-at-Large at the Foreign Ministry.—- Ends/AH ...

Royal Decree Appoints Member in State Council Muscat, 12 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued Royal decree (No. 23/2026) on appointing a member in the State Council. Article (1) appoints Dr. Mansour bin Saif bin Khamis Al Manthri as a Member in the State Council. Article (2) says that this decree shall be published in the Official Gazette and enforced from its date of issue. ---Ends/AG ...

Tender Results of Government Treasury Bills Worth RO 22.7 Million Issued Muscat, 12 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- The total issuance of Government Treasury Bills amounted to RO 22.7 million. The value of the allotted Treasury bills amounted to RO 12.1 million, for a maturity period of 28 days. The average accepted price reached RO 99.708 for every RO 100, and the minimum accepted price arrived at RO 99.705 per RO 100. The average discount rate and the average yield reached 3.80837% and 3.81953%, respectively. The value of the allotted Treasury bills amounted to RO 2 million, for a ...

HM The Sultan Issues 16 Royal Decrees Muscat, 12 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued 16 Royal decrees reading as follows: Royal Decree (No. 7/2026) establishes the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, defines its specializations and endorses its organizational structure. Article (1) establishes the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs. Article (2) defines the specializations of the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs in accordance with Annex No. (1) attached to this ...

HM The Sultan Issues Royal Decree Muscat, 11 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued Royal decree No. (6/2026) on ratifying the Sultanate of Oman’s joining the United Nations Convention on International Settlement Agreements Resulting from Mediation, which was adopted by the United Nation’s General Assembly on 20 December 2018. Article (1) ratifies the Sultanate of Oman’s joining the United Nations Convention on International Settlement Agreements Resulting from Mediation in accordance with the version attached to this decree. ...

Royal Directives Issued on Essential Living Requirements of CitizensMuscat, 11 Jan 2026 (ONA) — The Diwan of Royal Court today issued a statement reading as follows:“On the occasion of the glorious sixth anniversary of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik’s Accession Day on the eleventh of January, and driven by His Majesty's enduring dedication to harnessing all meansfor the prosperity and well-being of his cherished people, His Majesty has issued his Royal directives to support key social and economic sectors that address the essential living requirements of citizens as ...

HM The Sultan Receives Congratulations on Accession DayMuscat, 10 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has received cables of congratulations from kings, leaders, crown princes and senior officials of Arab and friendly countries, on the occasion of His Majesty the Sultan’s accession to power anniversary (Accession Day).In their cables, they expressed their heartfelt sentiments to His Majesty the Sultan, praying to Allah the Almighty to grant His Majesty success to realize further aspirations of progress and prosperity for his people.His Majesty the Sultan also received ...

HM The Sultan Pardons PrisonersMuscat, 10 Jan 2026 (ONA) — His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the Supreme Commander, has issued a Royal pardon to a number of inmates convicted of various offenses.They included 334 inmates, both citizens and expatriates, according to an official source at the Royal Oman Police (ROP).This pardon coincides with the 11th of January, commemorating HM The Sultan’s Accession Day and takes into consideration the families of the pardoned inmates.— Ends/KH ...

HM The Sultan Visits Al Mussanah Air Base Al Mussanah, 7 Jan 2026 (ONA) ---- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the Supreme Commander, today visited Al Mussanah Air Base of the Royal Air Force of Oman (RAFO). Upon the arrival of the Royal motorcade at Al Mussanah Air Base, His Majesty was received by Air Vice Marshal Khamis bin Hammad Al Ghafri, Commander of the Royal Air Force of Oman, in addition to the Commander of Al Mussanah Air Base and senior wing and squadron commanders. During the visit, His Majesty the Supreme Commander listened to a briefing about the Royal ...

HM The Sultan Presides over Council of Ministers Meeting Muscat, 6 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik presided over the Council of Ministers meeting at the premises of the Council of Ministers in Muscat today. At the outset of the meeting, His Majesty the Sultan gave thanks and praise to the Almighty Allah for the abundant bounties that He bestowed on this dear nation. His Majesty prayed that the current year (2026) would be one marked by successive achievements and the realization of aspirations for a promising tomorrow and a ...

HM The Sultan Issues Royal Decree Muscat, 6 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued Royal decree No. (5/2026) on ratifying the Air Services agreement between the government of the Sultanate of Oman and the government of the Republic of Cabo Verde, signed in Punta Cana on 11 November 2025. Article (1) ratifies the aforementioned agreement in accordance with the version attached to this decree. Article (2) says that this decree shall be published in the Official Gazette and enforced from its date of issue. ---Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Condoles King of Jordan Muscat, 6 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of condolences to King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan on the death of Eng. Ali Abu Al Ragheb, former Prime Minister of Jordan. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his heartfelt sentiments to King Abdullah II, the family of the deceased and the people of Jordan. ---Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Receives Greetings From Inspector General of Police, Customs Muscat, 5 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the Supreme Commander, received a cable of greetings from Lt. Gen Hassan Mohsin Al Shuraiqi, Inspector General of Police and Customs, on the occasion of the Royal Oman Police (ROP) Day, observed on 5 January every year. In the cable, Al Shuraiqi expressed his heartfelt sentiments and best wishes to the leader of the country on this occasion. He also expressed profound gratitude and appreciation for the gracious care His Majesty accords to ...

HM The Sultan Issues Two Royal Decrees Muscat, 4 Jan 2025 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued two Royal decrees, reading as follows: Royal decree No. 3/2026 on ratifying the agreement between the Sultanate of Oman and the Kingdom of Spain on mutual visa waiver for holders of diplomatic, special and service passports, signed in Madrid on 5 November 2025. Article (1) ratifies the aforementioned agreement in accordance with the version attached to this decree. Article (2) says that this decree shall be published in the Official Gazette ...

HM The Sultan Congratulates President of Swiss Confederation Muscat, 4 Jan 2025 (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of congratulations to President Guy Parmelin of the Swiss Confederation on being elected as his country’s President. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his heartfelt sentiments to President Guy Parmelin in leading the people of the Swiss Confederation towards the realization of further progress and stability. His Majesty also wished the bilateral cooperation and partnership relations further growth on all spheres. ...