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HM The Sultan Issues Three Royal Decrees Muscat, 28 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued three Royal decrees reading as follows: Royal Decree No. 83/2025 appoints a Chairman for the Projects, Tenders and Local Content Authority. Article (1) states that Badr bin Salim bin Marhoon Al Ma’amari shall be appointed as Chairman of the Projects, Tenders and Local Content Authority. Article (2) says that this decree shall be published in the Official Gazette and enforced from its date of issue. Royal Decree No. 84/2025 ratifies "Makkah ...

HM The Sultan, King of Bahrain Discuss Perspectives on Current IssuesMuscat, 28 Sep (ONA) — His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik received a telephone call today from King Hamad bin Issa Al Khalifa of the Kingdom of Bahrain.The two leaders reviewed perspectives on a number of current issues of mutual interest and the ways to achieve peace and security in the region. They also discussed means of boosting cooperation and partnership in various economic and investment sectors to serve mutual interests and enhance the fraternal bonds between the two sides.His Majesty the Sultan expressed his ...

HM The Sultan Pays Inspection Visitto Wilayats of Dhofar, Al WustaDhofar/ Al Wusta, 24 Sep (ONA) — His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today paid an inspection Royal visit to some wilayats in the governorates of Dhofar and Al Wusta to view several development, economic, and social projects, and closely observe the needs and requirements of the citizens.Citizens welcomed the country’s Monarch along the route of the auspicious motorcade, expressing greetings and loyalty, and praying to Allah the Almighty to bless his endeavors in achieving more development programs.On his turn, His ...

HM The Sultan Condoles Custodian of Two Holy Mosques Muscat, 23 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of condolences to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) on the death of Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Sheikh, Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia, Head of the Council of Senior Scholars. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sympathies to the Saudi government and people. His Majesty also prayed to Allah the Almighty to rest the deceased soul in ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of Guinea-Bissau Muscat, 23 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Umaro Sissoco Embaló of the Republic of Guinea-Bissau on his country’s Independence Anniversary. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his heartfelt sentiments and best wishes to President Umaro and the people of his country. ---Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Condoles Ruler of Sharjah Muscat, 23 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of condolences to Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Ruler of Sharjah on the death of Sheikh Sultan bin Khalid bin Mohammed Al Qasimi. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere sympathies, praying to Allah the Almighty to rest the deceased soul in peace in paradise and to grant Sheikh Dr. Sultan and all members of his family the fortitude to bear the loss. ---Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Issues Two Royal Decrees Muscat, 22 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued two Royal decrees reading as follows: Royal Decree No. (80/2025) on conducting transfers and placements in the Diplomatic Corps. Article (1) transfers Ibrahim bin Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Muaini, Sultanate of Oman’s Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Iran, to the General Diwan of the Foreign Ministry. Article (2) appoints Sayyid Yaarub bin Qahtan bin Nasser Al Busaidi as the Sultanate of Oman’s Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of ...

HM The Sultan Greets King of KSA Muscat, 22 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on his country’s National Day. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his heartfelt sentiments and best wishes to King Salman and the people of his country. His Majesty also wished Saudi Arabia to realize aspirations of further growth and prosperity on all spheres under King Salman’s leadership. ---Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Greets Presidents of Armenia, Malta, Governor General of BelizeMuscat, 20 Sep (ONA) —- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent cables of greetings to the following leaders on the occasion of their countries' Independence Day anniversaries:· President Vahagn Khachaturyan of the Republic of Armenia,· President Myriam Spiteri Debono of the Republic of Malta,· Froyla Tzalam, Governor-General of Belize.In his cables, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere wishes for the friendly nations' leaders to achieve further progress and accomplishments across all domains, ...

Supreme Commander Visits Firaq Forces CommandSalalah, 18 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the Supreme Commander, today went on a visit to the Royal Army of Oman’s Firaq Forces command. During the visit, His Majesty inaugurated the Firaq Forces command building at the Ngour Sahalnoot Camp, Governorate of Dhofar. Upon his arrival at the Ngour Sahalnoot Camp, His Majesty was welcomed by Maj. Gen Mattar bin Salim Al Balushi, Commander of the Royal Army of Oman, and the Commander of the Firaq Forces. Senior officers of the Firaq Forces shook hands with His ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of Chile Muscat, 17 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Gabriel Boric of the Republic of Chile on his country’s Independence Anniversary. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his heartfelt sentiments and best wishes of success to President Gabriel in realizing his people’s aspirations of further progress and growth. ---Ends/AG ...

His Majesty The Sultan Presides over Council of Ministers Meeting Salalah, 16 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik presided over the meeting of the Council of Ministers at Al Maamoura Palace in Salalah today. At the outset of the meeting, His Majesty the Sultan gave thanks and praise to the Almighty Allah for the bounties of prosperity, security and stability that He bestowed on the Sultanate of Oman. His Majesty prayed to Allah the Almighty to protect this dear nation, its citizens and residents therein under His divine care, to endow all with ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of Mexico Muscat, 15 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Dr. Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo of the United Mexican States on his country’s Independence Anniversary. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his heartfelt sentiments and best wishes to Mexico in achieving further progress and accomplishments. His Majesty also wished the bilateral relations of cooperation further growth and expansion in various fields that serve mutual benefits. ---Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Greets Presidents of Nicaragua, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica and El Salvador Muscat, 14 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent cables of greetings to President Daniel Ortega of the Republic of Nicaragua, President Dr. Bernardo Arévalo of the Republic of Guatemala, President Xiomara Castro of the Republic of Honduras, President Dr. Rodrigo Chaves of the Republic of Costa Rica and President Nayib Bukele of the Republic of El Salvador on the occasion of their countries’ Independence Anniversary. In the cables, His Majesty the Sultan ...

HM The Sultan Receives Phone Call from UN Secretary GeneralMuscat, 12 Sep (ONA) —- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik received a telephone call this evening from United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres.The telephonic conversation focused on His Majesty's perspectives regarding several regional developments, particularly recent events concerning the Palestinian cause and the ongoing Israeli aggression in the Gaza Strip, in addition to the situation in Yemen. The conversation also addressed ways to enhance international efforts to uphold international law and United Nations ...

HM The Sultan Bids Farewell to UAE President Salalah, 11 Sep (ONA) --- Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), left here today following a private visit to the Sultanate of Oman. His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik led the farewell party for the President and his accompanying delegation at the Private Airport in Salalah. Alongside His Majesty, the UAE President was seen off by several senior officers. ---Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan, UAE President Review Current Matters, Cooperation, and Partnership Salalah, 11 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of United Arab Emirates (UAE), held a fraternal meeting today at Al Hosn Palace in Salalah. During the meeting, the two leaders reviewed a number of topics of mutual interest and discussed means of strengthening avenues of cooperation and partnership to contribute to the economic prosperity of both countries, serving the aspirations of the two countries’ peoples. They also explored ...

HM The Sultan Leads Welcoming Party for President of UAE Salalah, 11 Sep (ONA) --- Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), arrived in the Sultanate of Oman today on a private fraternal visit. His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik led the welcoming party for the President at the private airport in Salalah. Alongside His Majesty, the UAE President was welcomed by HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defense Affairs, HH Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said, Minister of Culture, Sports, and Youth, HH Sayyid Bilarab ...

HM The Sultan Issues Three Royal Decrees Muscat, 10 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued three Royal decrees reading as follows: Royal Decree No. 77/2025 promulgates the Law on Collection of State Dues, after the same was presented before the Council of Oman. Article (1) states that the provisions of the Law on Collection of State Dues, attached to this decree, shall be enforced. Article (2) stipulates that the Minister of Finance shall issue the Executive Bylaw for the law attached to this decree, as well as the regulations and decisions ...

UAE President to Visit Oman Tomorrow Muscat, 10 Sep (ONA) --- In reaffirmation of the close fraternal ties between the Sultanate of Oman and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE President, will pay a private fraternal visit to the Sultanate of Oman tomorrow (Thursday). During the visit, the UAE President will meet with His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik in Dhofar Governorate. The UAE President will be accompanied by an official delegation comprising senior officials. May Allah the Almighty grant both leaders success in their endeavours to further ...

HM The Sultan Conducts Telephonic Call with Emir of Qatar Muscat, 10 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik made a phone call today with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar. During the call, His Majesty the Sultan affirmed the Sultanate of Oman’s complete solidarity with the State of Qatar in the face of the Israeli violation of its sovereignty and security. His Majesty further expressed his support for the measures undertaken by the State of Qatar to safeguard its stability and the security of its people and residents. ---Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Issues Two Royal Decrees Muscat, 9 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued two Royal Decrees, reading as follows: Royal Decree No. (73/2025) on ratifying amendments to the Convention establishing the International Maritime Organization. Article (1) ratifies the aforementioned Convention’s amendments in accordance with the version attached to this decree. Article (2) says that the competent departments shall deposit the endorsement document as per the aforesaid Convention's amendments in accordance with ...

HM The Sultan Issues Three Royal Decrees Muscat, 8 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued three Royal decrees, reading as follows: Royal Decree No. (70/2025) on ratifying the Agreement on Legal and Judicial Cooperation in Civil and Criminal Matters, Extradition, and Transfer of Sentenced Persons between the Government of the Sultanate of Oman and the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran signed on 27 May 2025 in Muscat. Article (1) ratifies the aforementioned agreement in accordance with the version attached to this ...

HM The Sultan Greets Presidents of Tajikistan, North Korea Muscat, 8 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Emomali Rahmon of the Republic of Tajikistan on his country’s National Day. In the cable, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his heartfelt sentiments and best wishes of good health and happiness to President Emomali. His Majesty also wished the people of Tajikstan further progress and prosperity and the bilateral relations of cooperation and partnership further growth on all spheres. Furthermore, His Majesty the ...

HM The Sultan Receives Thanks Cable from Emir of Kuwait Muscat, 8 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik received a cable of thanks from Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah, Emir of the State of Kuwait in response to His Majesty the Sultan’s cable of condolences on the death of Sheikha Suad Abdullah Al Ahmad Al Sabah. In the cable, Sheikh Mishal expressed his sincere appreciation for His Majesty’s heartfelt sentiments. He also prayed to Allah the Almighty to protect His Majesty and to grant him continues good health and wellbeing. ---Ends/AG ...

HM The Sultan Greets President of North Macedonia Muscat, 7 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to President Gordana Siljanovska Davkova of the Republic of North Macedonia on the occasion of her country's National Day. His Majesty the Sultan expressed his sincere wishes to President Davkova, wishing her success in leading the friendly people of the Republic of North Macedonia towards the achievement of further progress and prosperity in all fields. --- Ends/Bishara ...

HM The Sultan Pardons PrisonersMuscat, 5 Sep (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 341 Omani 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 Prophet Mohammed’s Birthday Anniversary and in consideration of families of the prisoners.—- Ends/AH ...

HM The Sultan Issues Three Royal DecreesMuscat, 4 Sep (ONA) --- His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today issued three Royal decrees reading as follows:Royal Decree No. 65/2025 ratifies the framework agreement signed in the City of Muscat on 27 May 2025 for joint cooperation between the Government of the Sultanate of Oman and the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran.Article (1) ratifies the abovementioned agreement in accordance with the version attached to this decree.Article (2) says this decree shall be published in the Official Gazette and enforced from its date of issue.Royal ...

HM The Sultan Hosts Dinner in Honour of Iraqi Prime MinisterSalalah, 3 Sep (ONA) — His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik hosted a dinner at Al Hosn Palace in the Wilayat of Salalah today, in honour of Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani, Prime Minister of the Republic of Iraq, marking his official visit to Oman.The banquet was attended by some officials from both sides.Prior to the dinner, His Majesty and the Prime Minister exchanged commemorative gifts, in a manifestation of the fraternal relations binding Oman and Iraq.— Ends/AH ...

HM The Sultan Gives Audience to Prime Minister of IraqSalalah, 3 Sep (ONA) — His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik gave an audience at Al Hosn Palace in Salalah today to Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani, Prime Minister of the Republic of Iraq.The audience took place within the context of the Iraqi PM’s current two-day official visit to the Sultanate of Oman.His Majesty the Sultan and the guest also held an official session of talks.The session reviewed aspects of cooperation and partnership between the two countries in various spheres, particularly in the fields of energy and investment. It ...