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HM The Sultan Issues Three Royal Decrees Muscat, 12 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued three Royal decrees reading as follows: Royal Decree No. (97/2025) ratifies the agreement between the government of the Sultanate of Oman and the government of the Republic of Azerbaijan on mutual waiving of visas for holders of diplomatic, special and service passports, signed in Muscat on 26 October 2025, reading as follows: Article (1) ratifies the aforementioned agreement in accordance with the version attached to this decree. Article (2) ...

HM The Sultan Receives Credentials of Several Ambassadors Muscat, 12 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today received, at Al Barakah Palace, the credentials of a number of Ambassadors of Arab and friendly countries appointed to the Sultanate of Oman. His Majesty received the credentials of the following: - Hrachya Poladian, Ambassador of President Vahagn Khachaturyan of the Republic of Armenia to the Sultanate of Oman. - Maartje Peters, Ambassador of King Willem-Alexander of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the Sultanate of Oman. - Olha Selykh, ...

HM The Sultan Issues Royal Decree Muscat, 11 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued Royal Decree No. (96/2025) on establishing a Maritime Buffer Zone Reserve Around Al Hallaniyat Islands in the Governorate of Dhofar. Article (1) stipulates that a natural reserve named “Maritime Buffer Zone Reserve Around Al Hallaniyat Islands in the Governorate of Dhofar” shall be established and that it shall be allocated the areas whose dimensions are indicated in the annex and map attached to this decree. Article (2) states that the Chairman of the ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of Angola Muscat, 10 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President João Lourenço of the Republic of Angola on his country’s National Day. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his heartfelt sentiments and best wishes to President João and the people of his country. His Majesty also wished the bilateral relations of cooperation and partnership further growth. ---Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Issues Royal Decree Muscat, 9 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued Royal decree No. 95/2025 on ratifying the Agreement of Air Services between the government of the Sultanate of Oman and the government of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana, signed in Montreal on 22 September 2025, reading as follows: Article (1) ratifies the aforementioned agreement in accordance with the version attached to this decree. Article (2) states that this decree shall be published in the Official Gazette and enforced from its date of issue. ...

HM The Sultan Condoles Emir of Kuwait, President of Suriname Muscat, 9 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of condolences to Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah, Emir of the State of Kuwait on the death of Sheikh Sabah Jaber Fahad Al Malik Al Sabah. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sympathies and heartfelt sentiments to Sheikh Mishal and the Al Sabah family. His Majesty also prayed to Allah the Almighty to rest the deceased soul in peace in paradise and grant his family the fortitude to bear the loss. ...

HM The Sultan Returns Home Muscat, 5 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik returned home this evening after concluding a three-day visit to the Kingdom of Spain. During the visit, His Majesty conducted official talks and meetings with the King of Spain and the Prime Minister. The visit also witnessed signing agreements and memoranda of understanding with the aim of boosting cooperation and partnership between the two countries in diverse domains. May Allah the Almighty protect His Majesty the Sultan and grant him success in achieving further ...

HM Th Sultan Concludes Visit to Spain Madrid, 5 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik left Madrid this afternoon, concluding a three-day visit to the Kingdom of Spain. King Felipe VI of the Kingdom of Spain led the farewell party for His Majesty the Sultan at the Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport. His Majesty was also seen off by some officials in the Kingdom of Spain and members of the Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman in Madrid. Prior to his departure, His Majesty graciously signed the Distinguished Visitors' Book at the airport. His ...

HM The Sultan, King of Spain Convene Meeting with Gathering of Spanish Business LeadersMadrid, 5 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and King Felipe VI of the Kingdom of Spain convened with a distinguished gathering of Spanish prominent business leaders at the El Pardo Palace today, as part of His Majesty the Sultan's visit to the Kingdom of Spain.At the outset of the meeting, His Majesty the Sultan commended the distinguished level of economic and investment partnership between the two friendly nations, affirming the joint commitment to its enhancement and to ...

HM the Sultan, Spanish Prime Minister Grace Signing of Agreement and Six MoUsMadrid, 5 Nov (ONA) — His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and Pedro Sánchez, Prime Minister of Spain, today graced at the Moncloa Palace in Madrid, the signing ceremony of one agreement and six memoranda of understanding (MoU) between the two countries covering various fields.This took place within the context of the state visit of His Majesty the Sultan to the Kingdom of Spain.The agreement pertains to the mutual visa waiver for holders of diplomatic, special, and service passports between the Sultanate of Oman ...

HM The Sultan, Prime Minister of Spain Hold Bilateral Meeting, Session of Talks Madrid, 5 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and Pedro Sánchez, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Spain, held a bilateral meeting at the Spanish Council of Ministers headquarters at the Moncloa Palace in Madrid this morning, as part of His Majesty's visit to the Kingdom of Spain. The meeting served to review the profound historical relations between the two nations and explore avenues for their enhancement to achieve greater benefits for both countries’ peoples, in ...

HM The Sultan Condoles President of Philippines Muscat, 5 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of condolences to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of the Republic of Philippines on victims of typhoon Kalmaegi which struck the central region of the Philippines. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sympathies. His Majesty also prayed to Allah the Almighty to safeguard this friendly country and all the countries of the world from incidents and calamities, so that peoples may enjoy safety and tranquility. ---Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Visits Monument to the Fallen for Spain in MadridMadrid, 5 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik visited the Monument to the Fallen for Spain in the Spanish capital of Madrid, where His Majesty graciously laid a wreath of flowers as part of his visit to the Kingdom of Spain.The Monument to the Fallen for Spain in Madrid stands as one of Spain's most prominent national landmarks, erected to perpetuate the memory and honour all those who have made sacrifices for their nation.--- Ends/Khalid ...

In Honour of HM The Sultan, King of Spain Hosts DinnerMadrid, 4 Nov (ONA) --- In a distinguished tribute to His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, King Felipe VI of the Kingdom of Spain and Queen Letizia hosted an official dinner at the Royal Palace in Madrid.Prior to the dinner, His Majesty the Sultan shook hands with Pedro Sánchez, Prime Minister of Spain, along with several senior dignitaries. The Royal couple; the King and the Queen, then shook hands with the members of the official delegation accompanying His Majesty the Sultan.Subsequently, the King of Spain delivered an address ...

HM The Sultan, King of Spain Exchange Orders, Commemorative Gifts Madrid, 4 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and King Felipe VI of the Kingdom of Spain exchanged Orders and Commemorative Gifts at the Zarzuela Palace in Madrid, on the occasion of His Majesty the Sultan’s visit to the Kingdom of Spain. In a gracious gesture reflecting the profound relations between the two nations, His Majesty the Sultan conferred upon King Felipe VI the "Order of Al Said." His Majesty further bestowed upon Queen Letizia the "First Class Order of Oman," and presented ...

HM The Sultan, King of Spain Hold Private Meeting Madrid, 4 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and King Felipe VI of the Kingdom of Spain and Queen Letizia, held a private meeting at the Zarzuela Palace in Madrid this evening. The meeting served to deliberate upon several political and economic matters of mutual interest to both nations, during which perspectives were exchanged regarding developments in current regional and international affairs. The discussions further emphasized the paramount importance of broadening the scope of partnership and ...

HM The Sultan Visits Senate of Spain Madrid, 4 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik visited the Senate of Spain in Madrid this morning as part of his state visit to the Kingdom of Spain. His Majesty was received upon arrival by Pedro Rollan, President of the Senate and Francina Armengol, President of the Congress of Deputies. His Majesty subsequently ascended the podium accompanied by the President of the Senate and the President of the Congress, during which the Omani Royal Anthem and the Spanish National Anthem were played. His Majesty the Sultan ...

HM The Sultan Visits Madrid City Council Madrid, 4 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik visited the Madrid City Council this evening within the framework of his state visit to the Kingdom of Spain. Prior to the arrival of His Majesty the Sultan, the motorcade was escorted by a cavalcade of the Royal Cavalry’s knights. Upon his arrival, His Majesty was received by Inmaculada Sanz Otero, Deputy Mayor of Madrid. His Majesty then inspected the Guard of Honour, which was formed up alongside a group of cavalrymen, to the accompaniment of musical pieces played in ...

HM The Sultan Accorded Official Reception Protocols in Spain Madrid, 4 Nov (ONA) --- An official reception ceremony was held at the Royal Palace in Madrid today for His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik on the occasion of his state visit to the Kingdom of Spain. Upon the arrival of His Majesty the Sultan's motorcade at the precincts to the Royal Palace, it was escorted by a cavalcade of Royal Cavalry’s knights. His Majesty was then received by King Felipe VI of the Kingdom of Spain and Queen Letizia. The Royal couple welcomed His Majesty the Sultan and extended their ...

HM The Sultan Arrives in MadridMadrid, 3 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik arrived in Madrid this evening, on a three-day state visit to the Kingdom of Spain.When the Royal Airplane entered the Spanish airspace, it was escorted by military jets of the Spanish Air Force, in a manifestation of warm welcome for His Majesty the Sultan.Upon the arrival at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport, His Mjaesty the Sultan was received at the foot of the ramp by Diego Martínez, Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs (Head of the Mission of Honour), several Spanish officials, ...

HM The Sultan Leaves for SpainMuscat, 3 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik left here today heading to the Kingdom of Spain on a three-day state visit, in response to an invitation from King Felipe VI of the Kingdom of Spain.The visit aims at enhancing the advanced relations and expanding areas of cooperation and partnership in various economic, investment and trade sectors, in a manner that serve the joint interests.His Majesty the Sultan was seen off at the Royal Airport by HH Sayyid Asa'ad bin Tarik al-Said, Deputy Prime Minister for International Relations and Cooperation ...

HM The Sultan Greets Presidents of Dominica, Panama Muscat, 2 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Sylvanie Burton of the Commonwealth of Dominica on her country’s Independence Anniversary. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his heartfelt sentiments and best wishes to President Sylvanie. His Majesty also wished the people of the Dominica further prosperity and growth. His Majesty the Sultan also sent a cable of greetings to President José Raúl Mulino of the Republic of Panama on his country’s ...

HM The Sultan to Visit Spain MondayMuscat, 1 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik will go on a state-visit to the Kingdom of Spain 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 King Felipe VI of the Kingdom of Spain, His Majesty the Sultan will go on a state-visit to Spain during 3-5 November 2025.The visit comes in a manifestation of ties of friendship between the Sultanate of Oman and the Kingdom of Spain. It aims to meet the aspirations of ...

Royal Decree Ratifies Oman-Syria Air Transport Agreement Muscat, 29 Oct (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued Royal Decree No. (93/2025) on ratifying the air transport agreement between the government of the Sultanate of Oman and the government of the Syrian Arab Republic, signed in Montreal on 22 September 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/AH ...

HM The Sultan Congratulates President-elect of Bolivia Muscat, 29 Oct (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of congratulations to President Rodrigo Paz Pereira on electing him as a new president for the Plurinational State of Bolivia. In the cable, His Majesty expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes of success to President Pereira in realizing all aspirations of the Bolivian people. His Majesty wished the cooperation relations between Oman and Bolivia further growth to serve the joint interests. --- Ends/AH ...

HM The Sultan Congratulates President of Côte d'Ivoire Muscat, 28 Oct (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of congratulations to President Dr. Alassane Dramane Ouattara of the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire, on the occasion of re-electing him as a President for the Republic. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his heartfelt sentiments and best wishes of success to President Ouattara in realizing further progress and stability for the people of Côte d'Ivoire, wishing the relations of partnership and investment between Oman and Côte d'Ivoire ...

HM The Sultan Greets Turkish President Muscat, 28 Oct (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of the Republic of Türkiye on the occasion of the Proclamation of the Republic. In the cable, His Majesty expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes to President Erdogan and the people of Türkiye. His Majesty wished the relations between Oman and Türkiye further progress in all areas to serve the joint interests. --- Ends/AH ...

Royal Decree Promulgates Law on Rights of Persons with Disabilities Muscat, 27 Oct (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued Royal Decree No. 92/2025 on the promulgation of the Law on Rights of Persons with Disabilities, after presenting the same before the Council of Oman. Article (1) states that the provisions of the Law on Rights of Persons with Disabilities, attached to this decree, shall be enforced. Article (2) states that the Minister of Social Development shall issue the Executive Regulation of the attached law, as well as regulations and ...

HM The Sultan Congratulates President of Seychelles Muscat, 27 Oct (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of congratulations to President Dr. Patrick Herminie, on the occasion of him taking the oath of office as the President of the Republic of Seychelles. In the cable, His Majesty wished President Herminie success in leading his country’s people towards further progress and stability. His Majesty also wished the relations between Oman and Seychelles further growth in various spheres to serve the joint interests. --- Ends/AH ...

HM The Sultan Receives Thanks Cable from Egyptian President Muscat, 27 Oct (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has received a cable of thanks from President Abdel Fattah El Sisi of the Arab Republic of Egypt in reply to His Majesty’s greetings cable on the occasion of the 6th of October Anniversary. In the cable, President El Sisi expressed his thanks for His Majesty’s sincere feelings and prayers, wishing His Majesty good health and happiness. President El Sisi also wished the Omani people further progress and prosperity. --- Ends/AH ...