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HM The Sultan Issues Two Royal DecreesMuscat, 1 Jan (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued two Royal decrees reading as follows: Royal Decree No. 2/2023 ascribes the public utility status to the project of constructing a dam for protection against flood water in Wadi Adoubab (Project A1B) in the Wilayat of Salalah, Governorate of Dhofar.Article (1) states that the project of constructing a dam for protection against floods in Wadi Adoubab (Project A1B) in the Wilayat of Salalah, Governorate of Dhofar, as defined in the memo and diagram attached to this decree, is ...

Royal Decree Ratifies State’s General Budget 2023 Muscat, 1 Jan (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued Royal decree No. (1/2023) on the ratification of the State’s General Budget for the Fiscal Year 2023, after the same was presented before the Council of Oman. Article (1) ratifies the State’s General Budget for Fiscal Year 2023 according to the tables attached to this decree. Article (2) instructs all units of the State’s Administrative Apparatus and other public legal entities to implement the provisions of this decree, each within the scope ...

HM The Sultan Receives Thanks Cable from President of ChinaMuscat, 28 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik received a cable of thanks from President Xi Jinping Of the People’s Republic of China in reply to His Majesty’s congratulatory cable on the occasion of being re-elected as General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party. In the cable, President Xi Jinping expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes of good health and success to his Majesty. He also affirmed his keenness to develop the bilateral strategic partnership to serve the two countries and their ...

HM The Sultan Receives Written Message from President of IranMuscat, 28 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik received a written message from President Dr. Ebrahim Raisi of the Islamic Republic of Iran.The message deals with areas of cooperation between Oman and Iran in various fields.It was handed over to His Majesty the Sultan by Dr. Hossein Amir Abdollahian, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran, when his Majesty gave him an audience at Al Barakah Palace today.The Minister conveyed greetings of the Iranian President to His Majesty and the Omani ...

HM The Sultan Receives Written Message from Japanese Prime MinisterMuscat, 27 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik received a written message from Fumio Kishida, Prime Minister of Japan.The message deals with the advanced relations between the two countries and matters of common interest.It was handed over to His Majesty the Sultan by Nishimura Yasutoshi, Japanese Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, when his Majesty gave him an audience at Al Barakah Palace today.The minister conveyed greetings and best wishes of the Japanese Prime Minister to His Majesty the ...

HM The Sultan Condoles President of USA Muscat, 27 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of condolences to President Joe Biden of the United States of America (USA) on victims of the blizzard which hit several US states. In the cable, His Majesty expressed his sincere sympathies to President Biden, families of the victims and the people of the USA, wishing the injured a speedy recovery. --- Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Issues Two Royal Decrees Muscat, 26 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued two Royal decrees reading as follows: Royal decree No. (97/2022) establishes an embassy for the Sultanate of Oman in the Republic of Singapore. Article (1) establishes an embassy for the Sultanate of Oman in the Republic of Singapore. Article (2) cancels Royal decree No. (111/2010) on establishing a consulate general for the Sultanate of Oman in the Republic of Singapore. Article (3) says that this decree shall be published in the Official Gazette ...

HM The Sultan Issues Three Royal DecreesMuscat, 22 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued three Royal decrees reading as follows:Royal decree No. 94/2022 conducts placements in some positions.Article (1) appoints the following as stated below: - Dr. Wa’il bin Saif bin Salim Al Harrasi as Undersecretary of the Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs- Dr. Said bin Harib bin Mannaa Al Lamki as Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health for Health Affairs- Mohsin bin Hamad bin Saif Al Hadhrami as Undersecretary of the Ministry of Energy and Minerals and ...

HM The Sultan Phones Jordanian MonarchMuscat, 22 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today phoned King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. During the phone call, the two monarchs reviewed the advanced fraternal relations between the two countries and means of enhancing them in various fields to serve benefits of the Omani and Jordanian peoples. They also exchanged views on latest regional and international developments. --- Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Gives Audience to Chairman, Members of Shura Council OfficeMuscat, 21 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik gave an audience to the Chairman and members of the Shura Council Office at Al Barakah Palace today. Upon the start of the meeting, His Majesty the Sultan gave thanks and praise to the Almighty Allah for the great blessings He bestowed on this dear country. He prayed to the Almighty to perpetuate the divine gifts on Oman and its people and guide the people to find the best way to fulfil their aspirations, asking Allah the Almighty to provide ...

HM The Sultan Receives Thanks Cable from President of PhilippinesMuscat, 20 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik received a cable of thanks from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr of the Republic of the Philippines in reply to His Majesty’s condolences cable on victims of tropical storm Nalgae.In the cable, President Ferdinand expressed his appreciation for His Majesty’s heartfelt sympathies to him and the people of the Philippines.--- Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Congratulates Emir of Qatar on Success of World Cup 2022Muscat, 19 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of congratulations to Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar following the tremendous success in organizing the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes to Sheikh Tamim and the people of Qatar. His Majesty also lauded the efforts exerted by the government and people of Qatar in making this global football event a success.His Majesty the Sultan ...

HM The Sultan Gives Audience to Chairman, Members of State Council OfficeMuscat, 19 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik gave an audience to the Chairman and members of the Office of the State Council at Al Barakah Palace today.At the outset of the meeting, His Majesty the Sultan gave thanks and praise to Almighty Allah for the bounties He conferred on Oman and divine riches that are deeply enshrined in our benign homeland.His Majesty the Sultan also expressed gratitude to the Almighty Allah for the accomplishments and progress that cover all aspects of life, heralding ...

HM The Sultan Greets Emir of QatarMuscat, 18 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar on his country’s National Day.In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes of good health, happiness and a long life to Sheikh Tamim. His Majesty also prayed to the Almighty Allah for the return of this occasion while the people of Qatar realise aspirations of further progress and prosperity. ---Ends/Thuraiya/Anas ...

HM The Sultan Greets King of BahrainMuscat, 15 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to King Hamad bin Issa Al Khalifa of the Kingdom of Bahrain on his country’s 51st National Day.In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes of good health, happiness and a long life to King Hamad. His Majesty also prayed to the Almighty Allah for the return of this occasion while the people of Bahrain realise their aspiration of further progress and prosperity. ---Ends/Thuraiya/Anas ...

The Honourable Lady Visits Association for Children with Disabilities Muscat, 14 Dec (ONA)—Her Highness the Honourable Lady Assayida Ahd Abdullah Hamed Al Busaidi, Spouse of the Sultan of Oman, today visited Association for Children with Disabilities (ACD) in Al Azaiba in the Governorate of Muscat. She took note of the services, training, educational and rehabilitation programmes extended to children with disabilities. She was accompanied by HH Sayyida Hujaijah Jaifer Al Said, ACD Chairperson, and Dr. Laila Ahmed Al Najjar, Minister of Social Development. During the visit, ...

Royal Decree Defines Specializations of Finance Ministry, Endorses Its Organizational Structure Muscat, 12 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued Royal decree No. (91/2022) on defining the specializations of the Ministry of Finance and endorsing its organizational structure. Article (1) defines the specalizations of the Ministry of Finance in accordance with annex (1) attached to this decree. Article (2) endorses the organizational structure of the Ministry of Finance in accordance with annex (2) attached to this decree. Article (3) cancels ...

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 Alam Palace this evening on the occasion of the Sultan’s Armed Forced (SAF) Day.The ceremony comes as a felicitation by His Majesty, the Supreme Commander, to all military formations and units of the valiant 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 ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of Kenya Muscat, 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 of good health and happiness to President Ruto. His Majesty also wished the people of Kenya further development and growth. --- Ends/Anas ...

HM The Sultan Issues Two Royal DecreesMuscat, 7 Dec (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued two Royal decrees, reading as follows:Royal Decree No. 88/2022 fixes official holidays.Article (1) states that official holidays for units of the State’s Administrative Apparatus, public legal entities and establishments of the private sector—with regard to Eids and other occasions listed below—shall be fixed as follows:Firstly,(A) Hijri New Year’s Day to be on 1 Muharram;(B) The Prophet’s Birthday to be on 12 Rabee Al Awwal;(C) Al Isra’a Wal Miraj to be on 27 ...

HM The Sultan Congratulates Prime Minister of MalaysiaMuscat, 6 Dec (ONA) —- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of congratulations to Anwar Ibrahim on the occasion of him taking oath of office as Prime Minister of Malaysia.In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes of success in carrying out his assignments to achieve further aspirations for the friendly Malaysian people.—- Ends/Khalid ...

HM The Sultan Issues Royal Decree Promulgating Military Justice LawMuscat, 6 Dec (ONA) —- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued Royal Decree No. 87/2022 promulgating the Military Justice Law.Article (1) states that provisions of the Military Justice Law attached to this decree shall be enforced.Article (2) annuls Royal Decree No. 110/2011 and all that contradicts this decree or contravenes its provisions.Article (3) says that this decree shall be published in the Official Gazette and enforced on the day following its date of publishing. —- Ends/bishara/Khalid ...

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 wished the people of Thailand further progress and prosperity.--- ...

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 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 of good health and happiness to President Niinisto. His Majesty also wished the people of Finland further progress ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of Albania Muscat, 27 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Bayram Begay of the Republic of Albania 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 President Begay. His Majesty also wished the people of Albania further progress and prosperity. ---Ends/Thuraiya ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of Mauritania Muscat, 27 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania on his country’s Independence Day. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes of good health and happiness to President El Ghazouani. His Majesty also wished the people of Mauritania further progress and prosperity. ---Ends/Thuraiya/AH ...

HM The Sultan Greets Chair of Presidency of Bosnia and HerzegovinaMuscat, 24 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Zeljka Cvijanovic, Chair of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes to President Zeljka and the people of her country. --- Ends/Anas ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of Suriname Muscat, 24 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Chan Santokhi of the Republic of Suriname on his country Independence Anniversary. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes to President Santokhi and the people of his country. --- Ends/Anas ...

HM The Sultan Congratulates President of KazakhstanMuscat, 22 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of congratulations to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of the Republic of Kazakhstan on being re-elected for a second presidential term. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes of success to President Tokayev in leading the people of Kazakhstan towards further progress and prosperity. His Majesty also wished the relations between the two countries further development and growth. ---Ends/Thuraiya/Anas ...

HM The Sultan Condoles President of Indonesia Muscat, 22 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of condolences to President Joko Widodo of the Republic of Indonesia on victims of the earthquake that hit the city of Cianjur in West Java. In the cable, His Majesty expressed his sincere sympathies to President Widodo, the people of Indonesia and families of the victims, wishing the injured a ...