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HM The Sultan Pardons Prisoners Muscat, 17 Nov (ONA) —- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the Supreme Commander, has issued a Royal pardon to a number of prisoners convicted of different cases. They included 174 citizens and foreign prisoners, according to an official source at the Royal Oman Police (ROP). The Royal pardon of His Majesty the Supreme Commander coincides with the 54th National Day. It also comes in consideration of families of the prisoners. —- Ends/AH ...

HM The Sultan Greets King of Morocco, President of Latvia Muscat, 17 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to King Mohammed VI of the Kingdom of Morocco on his country's Independence Anniversary. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes to King Mohammed VI and the people of Morocco, wishing Morocco further success and prosperity. His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has also sent a cable of greetings to President Edgars Rinkēvičs of the Republic of Latvia on the occasion of the ...

HM The Sultan to Preside over 54th National Day Military Parade on MondayMuscat, 16 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik, the Supreme Commander, will preside after tomorrow (Monday, 18 November 2024) over the military parade, to be staged at Al Sumoud Ground of the Sultan’s Special Force on the occasion of the 54th Glorious National Day.Symbolic units representing the Royal Army of Oman (RAO), the Royal Air Force of Oman (RAFO), the Royal Navy of Oman (RNO), the Royal Guard of Oman (RGO), the Sultan's Special Force (SSF), the Royal Oman Police (ROP), the Royal Court Affairs ...

HM The Sultan Gives Audience to Bahrain’s Foreign Affairs MinisterMuscat, 14 Nov (ONA) —— His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik gave an audience at Al Barakah Palace today to Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain.During the audience, the guest conveyed greetings and best wishes of King Hamad bin Issa Al Khalifa of Bahrain to His Majesty the Sultan and the Omani people.On his turn, His Majesty the Sultan asked him to convey his greetings to the King and people of Bahrain.The audience reviewed viewpoints on the current regional issues ...

HM The Sultan Visits Medical City for Military and Security Services, Inaugurate Hospital Muscat, 11 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the Supreme Commander, today paid a Royal visit to the Medical City for Military and Security Services and presided over the official opening of the Medical City Hospital for Military and Security Services- Muscat. Upon His Majesty’s arrival to the Medical City, he was received by HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs, Board Chairman of the Medical City for Military and ...

Royal Decree Promulgates Media Law Muscat, 10 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued Royal Decree No. (58/2024) on the promulgation of the Media Law, after presenting the same before the Council of Oman. Article (1) states that the provisions of the Media Law attached to this decree, shall be enforced. Article (2) states that the Minister of Information shall issue the regulation of the attached law, as well as necessary decisions to implement its provisions. Till such time, the existing regulations and decisions shall continue to be implemented ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of AngolaMuscat, 11 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President João Manuel Lourenço of the Republic of Angola on his country's National Day.In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes to President Lorenzo and the people of his country. ---Ends/Thuraiya/AG ...

HM to Visit Medical City for Military and Security Services, Inaugurate HospitalMuscat, 9 Nov (ONA) ——His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the Supreme Commander, will pay a Royal visit this Monday to the Medical City for Military and Security Services.during the visit, His Majesty will preside over the official opening of the Hospital of the Medical City for Military and Security Services- Muscat.The Medical City for Military and Security Services provides integrated medical and healthcare services to personnel of the military and security units.Meanwhile, the Hospital of the Medical ...

Royal Decree Ratifies Visa Agreement Between Oman, Bulgaria Muscat, 6 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued Royal Decree No. (57/2024) on the ratification of an agreement between the government of the Sultanate of Oman and the government of the Republic of Bulgaria on mutual exemption of short-stay visa requirements for holders of diplomatic, special and service passports. The agreement was signed in New York on 23 September 2024. Article (1) ratifies the abovementioned agreement in accordance with the version attached to this decree. Article (2) ...

HM The Sultan Congratulates US President-elect Muscat, 6 Nov (ONA) ---- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of congratulations to President Donald Trump on the occasion of electing him as a new President for the United States of America. In the cable, His Majesty expressed his sincere congratulations to President-elect Trump, wishing him success in leading the US people towards further progress and welfare, as well as promoting efforts to spread peace and stability in all countries of the world. His Majesty also wished the cooperation and investment ...

HM The Sultan Congratulates President of Moldova Muscat, 5 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of congratulations to President Maia Sandu of the Republic of Moldova on re-electing her for a new presidential term. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes of success to President Sandu in leading the people of Moldova and achieving their aspirations. His Majesty also wished the cooperation relations between Oman and Moldova further progress and growth. --- Ends/AH ...

HM The Sultan Issues Two Royal Decrees Muscat, 4 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued two Royal decrees reading as follows: Royal Decree No. (55/2024) ratifies an agreement between the Sultanate of Oman and the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela on mutual exemption of visa requirements for holders of diplomatic, special and service passports. The agreement was signed in New York on 23 September 2024. Article (1) ratifies the abovementioned agreement in accordance with the version attached to this decree. Article (2) says that this decree shall ...

HM The Sultan Issues 4 Royal Decrees Muscat, 3 Nov (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued 4 Royal decrees reading as follows: Royal Decree No. (51/2024) establishes the National Records Centre and defines its prerogatives. Article (1) stipulates that a public administration, to be named “the National Records Centre”, shall be established within the organizational structure of the Royal Oman Police. Article (2) states that the prerogatives of the National Records Centre shall be defined in accordance with the annex attached to this ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of Algeria Muscat, 31 Oct (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Abdelmadjid Tebboune of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria on his country’s National Day. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes to President Tebboune and the people of Algeria. His Majesty also wished Algeria success in realizing further achievements and aspirations. --- Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Greets Governor General of Antigua and BarbudaMuscat, 31 Oct (ONA) —- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to Dr. Rodney Errey Lawrence Williams, Governor General of Antigua and Barbuda on the occasion of his country’s Independence Anniversary.In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sentiments and best wishes to the Governor General of Antigua and Barbuda and the people of his country. His Majesty also wished their country continuous progress and prosperity.—- Ends/Khalid ...

HM The Sultan Condoles King of SpainMuscat, 31 Oct (ONA) —- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of condolences to King Felipe VI of the Kingdom of Spain on victims of the devastating floods that hit Valencia, East Spain.In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and sympathy to King Felipe VI, families of the victims and the friendly people of Spain. His Majesty wished the efforts of rescue and restoration success, and the injured a speedy recovery.—- Ends/Khalid ...

HM The Sultan Hosts Dinner in Honour of Algerian PresidentMuscat, 29 Oct ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik hosted an official dinner at Al Alam Palace guesthouse this evening in honour of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria.Prior to the dinner, His Majesty the Sultan and President Tebboune exchanged commemorative gifts on the occasion of the Algerian President’s visit to the Sultanate of Oman.His Majesty the Sultan conferred "Al Said Order", Oman’s most lofty accolade, on President Tebboune, in commendation for the President and in ...

HM The Sultan, Algerian President Hold Official TalksMuscat, 29 Oct (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and President Abdelmadjid Tebboune of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria held an official session of talks at Al Alam Palace today.At the outset of the session, His Majesty the Sultan reiterated his welcome to President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and his accompanying delegation, wishing this visit a success for the welfare of the two countries and their peoples.On his turn, President Abdelmadjid Tebboune expressed his utmost thanks and appreciation to His Majesty the Sultan ...

Algerian President Accorded Official Welcome in OmanMuscat, 29 Oct (ONA) —— President Abdelmadjid Tebboune of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria was accorded an official welcome today on the occasion of his state visit to the Sultanate of Oman.Upon the arrival of the motorcade of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and President Tebboune at Al Alam Palace courtyard, His Majesty the Sultan accompanied the Algerian President to the Dais of Honour where the national Anthem of Algeria was played, while the artillery fired a 21-gun salute for the guest President.Then, His Majesty ...

Algerian President Arrives in OmanMuscat, 28 Oct (ONA) --- President Abdelmadjid Tebboune of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria arrived here today on a three-day state visit to the Sultanate of Oman.His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik led the welcoming party for the Algerian President. When the jet of President Tebboune touched ground at the Royal Airport, His Majesty the Sultan met the guest at the foot of the ramp, welcoming him and wishing him and the accompanying delegation a successful visit and a pleasant stay in Oman.Along with His Majesty the Sultan, President Tebboune was ...

HM The Sultan Gives Audience to Private Sector Representatives, SMEs Owners, Start-ups Muscat, 28 Oct (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik held a meeting at Al Barakah Palace today with representatives of the private sector, business people and owners of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and start-ups. At the outset of the meeting, His Majesty the Sultan gave thanks and praise to the Almighty Allah for the abundant riches He bestowed on Oman, including the bounties of growth and stability. He prayed to the Almighty Allah to perpetuate these bounties on the nation ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of TürkiyeMuscat, 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 his country’s anniversary 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 also wished Türkiye further progress and achievements in all spheres and the bilateral relations further development and growth to serve joint interests. ...

HM the Sultan Greets President of Czech Republic Muscat, 27 Oct (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Petr Pavel of the Czech Republic on his country's National.In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes to President Petr Pavel and the government and people of the Czech Republic. His Majesty also wished the Czech Republic stability and prosperity and for the bilateral cooperation further development. ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of Kazakhstan Muscat, 24 Oct (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of the Republic of Kazakhstan on his country’s Republic Day. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes to President Tokayev. His Majesty also wished the Republic of Kazakhstan continuous development and growth in various fields. His Majesty underscored the Sultanate of Oman’s keenness to enhance bilateral relations and expand horizons of cooperation in a ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of Zambia Muscat, 23 Oct (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Hakainde Hichilema of the Republic of Zambia on his country’s Independence Anniversary. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes to President Hakainde Hichilema. His Majesty also wished the government and people of Zambia further stability and growth. --- Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Congratulates President of Vietnam Muscat, 22 Oct (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of congratulations to President Luong Cuong of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam on being elected and sworn in as his country’s new president. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sentiments to President Luong Cuong, wishing him success in leading the people of Vietnam towards further development and growth on all spheres. ...

HM The Sultan Issues a Royal Decree Muscat, 17 Oct (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued Royal Decree No. (49/2024) on conducting placements in some posts. Article (1) appoints Khalid bin Salim bin Sulaiman Al Ghammari as Undersecretary of the Ministry of Labour for Labour. Article (2) appoints Zahra bint Mohammed Ridha bin Mohammed Al Lawati as Deputy to the Chairman of the State Audit Institution for Audit on Corporations, Investments and Companies and grants her the Special Grade. Article (3) says that this Royal decree shall be published in ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of AzerbaijanMuscat, 17 Oct (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President to Dr. Ilham Heydar Aliyev of the Republic of Azerbaijan on his country’s Independence Anniversary.In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his heartfelt sentiments and best wishes to the President and people of Azerbaijan. His Majesty also wished the Republic of Azerbaijan further success under the leadership of President Dr. Illham and to realize further achievements on all spheres. ---Ends/Thuraiya/AG ...

HM The Sultan Issues Two Royal DecreesMuscat, 16 Oct (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued two Royal decrees reading as follows:Royal Decree No. 47/2024 promulgates a Law on Protection of Bank Deposits, after presenting the same before the Council of Oman. Article (1) stipulates that the Law on Protection of Bank Deposits attached to this decree shall be enforced.Article (2) states that all origins, rights, obligations and assets pertaining to the system of insurance of bank deposits cited in the Law on Bank Deposits Insurance Scheme promulgated by Royal ...

HM The Sultan, President of Iran Exchange Views on Several Matters Muscat, 16 Oct (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today conducted a phone call with President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian of the Islamic Republic of Iran. During the telephonic conversations, His Majesty the Sultan and the Iranian President exchanged views about developments on the regional and international arenas, in addition to methods to achieve peace and stability in the region. --- Ends/AG ...