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HM The Sultan Gives Audience to Business People in IndiaNew Delhi, 17 Dec (ONA) —— His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik gave an audience at his residency in New Delhi today to a number of business people in the Republic of India.During the audience, His Majesty the Sultan exchanged views with them on a set of economic and trade topics.His Majesty urged them to explore the promising investment opportunities available in various fields in the Sultanate of Oman.On their turn, the business people expressed their great honour to have an audience with His Majesty. They affirmed that this ...

President of India Hosts Dinner in Honour of HM The SultanNew Delhi, 16 Dec (ONA) --- In honour of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, and, to celebrate His Majesty the Sultan's historic visit, President Droupadi Murmu of the Republic of India hosted an official dinner this evening at Rashtrapati Bhavan Palace in the Indian capital, New Delhi.Before the banquet began, the Omani Royal Anthem and the Indian National Anthem were played. Then, His Majesty the Sultan shook hands with Indian government official, while President Droupadi Murmu and the Indian Prime Minister shook hands with members ...

Indian President Receives HM The SultanNew Delhi, 16 Dec (ONA) — President Droupadi Murmu of the Republic of India received His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, at Rashtrapati Bhavan Palace in New Delhi today.During the meeting, His Majesty and the Indian President stressed their keenness to promote the bilateral relations and enhance partnership in various areas.The two sides also touched on a set of regional and international issues, as well as matters of mutual interest.The meeting was attended by members of the official delegation accompanying His Majesty the Sultan and a number of ...

HM The Sultan Gives Audience to Indian Vice PresidentNew Delhi, 16 Dec (ONA) —— His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik gave an audience at his residency in New Delhi today to Jagdeep Dhankhar, Vice President of India.During the audience, the two sides exchanged cordial conversations and discussed paths of the joint work between the two countries in various aspects, in light the advanced relations between them.The audience was attended by HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs and Sayyid Khalid bin Hilal Al Busaidi, Minister of the Diwan of Royal ...

Indian PM Hosts Luncheon in Honour of HM The SultanNew Delhi, 16 Dec (ONA) --- In honour of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India today hosted an official luncheon at the Hyderabad House in New Delhi.After the banquet, His Majesty the Sultan signed the Visitors Register.The luncheon was attended by members of the official Omani and Indian delegations.Ends/Bishara/AH ...

HM The Sultan, Indian PM Hold TalksNew Delhi, 16 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of the Republic of India, today held an expanded session of official talks at Hyderabad House in New Delhi.At the outset of the session, His Majesty the Sultan gave a speech. It reads as follows:“Prime Minister Narendra Modi,We are pleased to express our delight at visiting your friendly country, as well as our deep thanks and appreciation for the warm welcome and hospitality accorded to us.Today, we stand on the friendly land of India as an embodiment of ...

HM The Sultan Visits National Gallery of Modern Art in New DelhiNew Delhi, 16 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today visited the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA), New Delhi, as part of his State Visit to the Republic of India.During the visit, His Majesty the Sultan was briefed about a blend of types of arts that were introduced by entrepreneurs from various continents of the world. The exhibits also include paintings, artifacts, antiques and sculptures by the most famous artists from India. They embody the evolution of art from ancient times until modern times. ...

HM The Sultan Holds Meeting With Indian Prime MinisterNew Delhi, 16 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today held a meeting at Hyderabad House in New Delhi with Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of the Republic of India.The meeting affirmed the strength of Omani-Indian relations and the importance of developing them in a manner that further achieves the aspirations of the friendly peoples of Oman and India.The meeting also explored various aspects of interest to both countries.It was attended from the Omani side by HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for ...

Official Reception Protocols Mark His Majesty’s State Visit to IndiaNew Delhi, 16 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik was accorded official reception protocols today at Rashtrapati Bhavan Palace in the Indian capital New Delhi, on the occasion of His Majesty’s State Visit to the Republic of India.When His Majesty the Sultan’s motorcade entered the gate of the Presidential Palace, it was surrounded by a group of knights, in a show of warm welcome, while the artillery fired a 21-gun salute to His Majesty.Upon the arrival of His Majesty the Sultan’s motorcade in the ...

HM The Sultan Gives Audience to Indian External Affairs MinisterNew Delhi, 15 Dec (ONA) —— His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik gave an audience at his residency in New Delhi today to Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs of the Republic of India.The audience reviewed the advanced relations between Oman and India and means of promoting them in various areas. The two sides exchanged views on a set of regional and international issues of common concern.The audience was attended from the Omani side by Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister and Issa Saleh Al ...

HM The Sultan Arrives in IndiaNew Delhi, 15 Dec (ONA) —— His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik arrived in New Delhi today on a three-day State Visit to the Republic of India.During the visit, His Majesty will hold meetings with President Droupadi Murmu and Narendra Modi, Prime Minister.His Majesty was received upon his arrival to New Delhi by Shri V.Muralidharan, Minister of State for External Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs (Head of the Mission of Honour), Amit Narang, Ambassador of India to Oman, Issa Saleh Al Shibani, Ambassador of Oman to India, a number of Indian officials and ...

HM The Sultan Sends Cable of Thanks to Singaporean PresidentSingapore, 15 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of thanks and appreciation to the President of Singapore upon his departure from the Republic of Singapore after a three-day State Visit.In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere thanks and sentiments to the President for the warm welcome and hospitality accorded to him.His Majesty the Sultan hailed his meeting with the Singaporean President as a valuable opportunity to discuss Oman-Singapore relations that are deep-rooted in ...

HM The Sultan Leaves Singapore, Heads to IndiaSingapore, 15 Dec (ONA) ---- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik left the Republic of Singapore today heading to the Republic of India, following a three-day state visit to Singapore during which he met with President Tharman Shanmugaratnam of Singapore, and gave an audience to Lee Hsien Loong, Prime Minister of Singapore.His Majesty the Sultan was seen off at Singapore Changi Airport by Dr. Mohamad Maliki bin Osman, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office (Head of the Mission of Honour), a number of Singaporean officials and members of the ...

HM The Sultan Gives Audience to Singapore Deputy PMSingapore, 15 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today gave an audience at his residence in Singapore to Lawrence Wong, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of Singapore.During the audience, His Majesty the Sultan and the Singaporean Deputy PM discussed ways to further consolidate relations between the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Singapore. They looked into measures to benefit from the development and economic experience of both countries.They also exchanged views about other matters of common concern.The ...

His Majesty The Sultan Views Singaporean Efforts to Benefit from Technology, Future OutlooksSingapore, 15 Dec (ONA) --- As part of his State Visit to the Republic of Singapore, His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today watched two visual presentations at his residence in Singapore—one about the “Office of Smart Nation and Digital Government” and the other about “Singapore Future Foresight Council”.His Majesty the Sultan took note of the role of the “Office of Smart Nation and Digital Government” in developing a smart society, digital economy and advanced government thinking, ...

In Honour of HM, President of Singapore Hosts Dinner Singapore, 14 Dec (ONA) --- In honour of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, President Tharman Shanmugaratnam of the Republic of Singapore hosted an official dinner ceremony at the Istana palace. Prior to the dinner ceremony, His Majsty the Sultan delivered a speech reading as follows: “President Tharman Shanmugaratnam, President of Singapore. Thank you for the warm welcome. I am delighted to see you and to be in Singapore. We had a friendly and constructive exchange of views today, confident that we can take ...

HM The Sultan Meets CEOs of Singaporean CompaniesSingapore, 14 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has received CEOs of Singaporean companies, in his residence in Singapore.The CEOs expressed their honor in meeting His Majesty the Sultan.The meeting dealt with means of expanding economic and investment cooperation and augmenting trade exchange between the two countries in various fields.The meeting was attended by the official delegation accompanying His Majesty the Sultan.--- Ends/Anas ...

Orchid Named After His Majesty the SultanSingapore, 14 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today visited the National Orchid Garden in Singapore, the capital.During the visit, His Majesty the Sultan witnessed a ceremony for allocating his name to one of the orchids. The gesture demonstrated the pride of the Singaporean government and people over His Majesty’s historic visit to the Republic.His Majesty the Sultan expressed his deep appreciation for this kind gesture, which, he observed, reflects the strength of bilateral relations between the two friendly countries.Naming ...

His Majesty the Sultan, Singaporean Prime Minister Hold Session of TalksSingapore, 14 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarikand Lee Hsien Loong, Prime Minister of the Republic of Singapore, today held an official session of talks at the Istana Palace in Singapore, the capital.During the talks, His Majesty the Sultan and the Singaporean PM discussed strong bilateral relations binding the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Singapore, as well as the fruitful cooperation and measures to expand mutual benefits in various sectors.His Majesty the Sultan and the Singaporean PM also ...

HM The Sultan Accorded Official Reception on His Visit to SingaporeSingapore, 14 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik was accorded an official reception at the Istana Palace in Singapore today, on the occasion of his State Visit to the Republic of Singapore.Upon the arrival of His Majesty the Sultan’s motorcade at the presidential palace, President Tharman Shanmugaratnam was at the forefront of those who received His Majesty the Sultan and his delegation, wishing them a pleasant stay.After that, the President of Singapore accompanied His Majesty the Sultan to the dais of ...

HM The Sultan Arrives in SingaporeSingapore, 13 Dec (ONA) ---- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik arrived in the Republic of Singapore today on a three-day state visit.His Majesty was received upon his arrival at Singapore Changi Airport by Dr. Mohamad Maliki bin Osman, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office (Head of the Mission of Honour), a number of Singaporean officials and members of the Sultanate of Oman’s Embassy in Singapore.During the visit, His Majesty the Sultan is accompanied by an officials high-ranking delegation.--- Ends/AH ...

HM The Sultan Leaves for SingaporeMuscat, 13 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik left here today for the Republic of Singapore on a three-day state visit, during which he will hold meeting with President Tharman Shanmugaratnam of Singapore.The visit, made in response to an invitation by the Singaporean President, underscores the advanced relations between the two countries.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 Asa’ad bin Tarik Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister ...

HM The Sultan Hosts Dinner on SAF DayMuscat, Dec 11 (ONA) —— His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the Supreme Commander, hosted a dinner at Al Barakah Palace 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 symbolises his Royal recognition for their great dedication in performing the sacred duty to defend the homeland, protect its security and ensure its stability and safety.It is a manifestation of the Armed ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of KenyaMuscat, 11 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 sincere sentiments and best wishes to President Ruto and the people of his country. --- Ends/Thuraiya/Anas ...

HM The Sultan to Visit Singapore, India Muscat, 10 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik will pay two state visits to the Republic of Singapore and the Republic of India starting from Wednesday 13 December 2023. A statement was issued by the Diwan of Royal Court to this effect. It reads as follows: “His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik will pay two state visits to the Republic of Singapore and the Republic of India with effect from Wednesday 13 December 2023. The two visits reflect the advanced relations between the Sultanate of Oman and the two ...

HH Sayyid Theyazin Conveys HM The Sultan’s Greetings to Russian PresidentMoscow, 7 Dec (ONA) --- HH Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said conveyed greetings of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to Vladimir Putin, President of the Federal Republic of Russia, along with His Majesty the Sultan’s wishes of good health and happiness to the Russian president.When the Russian President received him in Moscow today, HH Sayyid Theyazin also conveyed His Majesty the Sultan’s wishes of further progress and prosperity for the people of Russia.For his part, President Putin asked HH Sayyid ...

HM The Sultan Greets King of ThailandMuscat, 6 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 and prosperity. ---Ends/Thuraiya/Anas ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of FinlandMuscat, 5 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Sauli Niinisto of the Republic of Finland on his country's Independence Anniversary.In the cable, His Majesty expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes to President Niinisto and the people of Finland. ---Ends/Thuraiya/Anas ...

HM The Sultan Hosts Dinner in Honour of President of Swiss ConfederationMuscat, 30 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik hosted an official dinner at Al Alam Palace guesthouse this evening in honour of President Dr. Alain Berset of the Swiss Confederation and his accompanying delegation, on the occasion of his visit to the Sultanate of Oman.The dinner was attended by some members of the Royal Family, ministers and officials.Later, His Majesty the Sultan bid farewell to the President of Swiss Confederation, wishing him a pleasant stay during his visit to Oman and a safe return ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of Romania Muscat, 30 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Klaus Iohannis of Romania on his country’s National Day. In the cable, His Majesty expressed his heartfelt sentiments and best wishes to the President of Romania and his country’s people. --- Ends/Anas ...