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HH Sayyid Fahd Receives GCC Secretary General

HH Sayyid Fahd Receives GCC Secretary General Muscat, 25 Jan (ONA) ---- On behalf of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, HH Sayyid Fahd bin Mahmoud Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for the Council of Minister received today Dr. Naif Falah Al Hajraf, GCC Secretary General to bid him farewell at the end of his tour of duty. The meeting reviewed the march of the GCC and exchanged views on regional and international developments. During the meeting, HH Sayyid Fahd affirmed that the GCC is a main pillar for security, stability and comprehensive development in the region. The ...

Oman Strongly Condemns Tearing Copy of Holy Quran

Oman Strongly Condemns Tearing of Holy Quran Copy Muscat, 25 Jan (ONA)—The Sultanate of Oman has expressed its strong denunciation and condemnation of an extremist’s tearing a copy of the Holy Quran in the city of The Hague, Netherlands, noting that such action provokes Muslims’ feelings and incites violence and hatred. In a statement issued by the the Foreign Ministry here today, Oman reiterated its stance calling for concerted international efforts to consolidate the values of tolerance, coexistence and respect among nations and peoples of different cultures. Oman’s ...

Oman, India Enjoy Historical Economic Relations

Oman, India Enjoy Historical Economic RelationsNew Delhi, 23 Jan (ONA) —- Dr. Ausaf Sayeed, Secretary at the Indian Ministry of External Affairs valued the role of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik in upgrading the level of bilateral relations between the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of India. He described the trade relations between the two countries as “ancient” and dating back to hundreds of years.He told Oman News Agency (ONA) that the areas of cooperation between the two countries covered food security, supply chains, healthcare, medicine, energy security and renewable ...

Oman expresses Strong Condemnation of Extremists Burning Copy of Quran in Sweden

Oman expresses Strong Condemnation of Extremists Burning Copy of Quran in Sweden Muscat, 22 Jan (ONA) ---- The Sultanate of Oman has expressed its strong condemnation of extremists’ burning a copy of the Holy Quran in Sweden. In a statement issued by the Foreign Ministry, Oman voiced it denunciation of such provocative actions that provoke Muslims’ feelings and incite violence and hatred. In this context, Oman stressed the need for concerted international efforts to consolidate the values of tolerance, coexistence and respect. Oman also lays emphasis on ...

Oman, India Hold Talks of Strategic Dialogue in New Delhi

Oman, India Hold Talks ofStrategic Dialogue in New DelhiNew Delhi, 18 Jan (ONA) —- The Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of India held the 8th Oman-India Strategic Dialogue session on 17 and 18 January.The Omani side at the talks was headed by Maj.Gen Idris Abdurrahman Al Kindi, Secretary General of the National Security Council, with the participation of Issa Saleh Al Shibani, Ambassador of Oman to India. Meanwhile, the Indian side was headed by Vikram Misri, Deputy National Security Advisor.The talks discussed the two sides’ commitment to the close strategic partnership, highlighting ...

Oman, Cyprus hold 3rd Round of Political Consultations

Oman, Cyprus hold 3rd Round of Political ConsultationsNicosia, 11 Jan (ONA) --- The Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Cyprus today held the third round of political consultations in the capital city of Nicosia.The session was chaired by Sheikh Khalifa Ali Al Harthy, Diplomatic Affairs Undersecretary at the Foreign Ministry and Kornelios Korneliou, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Cyprus.On the sidelines of the session, the two ministries signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cooperation in the fields of diplomatic studies and training. The MoU was ...

Oman Denounces Twin Blasts in Somalia

Oman Denounces Twin Blasts in SomaliaMuscat, 5 Jan (ONA) --- The Sultanate of Oman denounced the twin car bomb explosions that rocked Mahas town in Hiran region in mid-Somalia.Oman expressed its sincere condolences and deep sympathies for the government and people of Somalia, notably the families of the victims, wishing the injured quick recovery.In a statement issued by the Foreign Ministry, the Sultanate of Oman affirmed its solidarity with the Federal Republic of Somalia and reiterated its permanent stance rejecting and denouncing all forms of violence and terrorism which, it stressed, ...

Philippine Leader Emphasizes Economic Ties on Visit to China

Philippine Leader Emphasizes Economic Ties on Visit to China Beijing, 4 Jan (ONA) --- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is pushing for closer economic ties on a visit to China. The countries have both been rocked by economic crises linked to the COVID-19 pandemic, but are looking to recharge investments in bridges and other projects, along with tourism and agriculture. Accompanied by a large business delegation, President Marcos has said he will seek to finalize major infrastructure agreements during the visit. China accounts for 20% of the Philippines’ foreign ...

Oman Denounces Raiding of Al Aqsa Mosque Compound

Oman Denounces Raiding of Al Aqsa Mosque CompoundMuscat, 3 Jan (ONA) --- The Sultanate of Oman has expressed its condemnation of Israel’s continuous, provocative and illegal practices. It rejected Israel’s enabling one of its hard-line officials to enter Al Aqsa Mosque compound under the occupation forces’ protection. Oman stresses that this action constitutes a provocation of Muslim feelings and a violation of the International Law.In a statement issued by the Foreign Ministry, Oman called upon the international community to shoulder its responsibilities towards protecting the ...

Ex-NATO General, Analysts Predict Ukraine Ceasefire In 2023

Ex-NATO General, Analysts Predict Ukraine Ceasefire In 2023 Berlin, 2 Jan (ONA) ---- A ceasefire in the Russian-Ukrainian war can be expected during 2023 and even as early as mid-year, according to a former German army and NATO general."I expect in summer, when both sides will say, this is going nowhere," Hans-Lothar Domröse told Germany's Funke media group. The most likely time for such a stalemate to arise would be between February and May, he said."That would be the moment for ceasefire negotiations," said Domröse, who held senior positions in the international forces in ...

Oman Expresses Condolences to Jordan on Demise of Security Martyrs

Oman Expresses Condolences to Jordan on Demise of Security MenMuscat, 21 Dec (ONA) --- The Sultanate of Oman has voiced its deep sympathies and condolences to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, its government and people and families of security men who fell martyr when performing their sacred duty in preserving the Kingdom’s stability. It wished the injured quick recovery.In a statement issued here, the Foreign Ministry affirmed Oman’s full solidarity with Jordan in undertaking all measures to maintain its security and ensure its stability.Oman expresses it absolute rejection of all ...

Foreign Minister Participates in Baghdad Conference for Cooperation, Partnership

Foreign Minister Participates in Baghdad Conference for Cooperation, Partnership Amman, 20 Dec (ONA) --- Delegated by His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister, headed Oman’s delegation participating in the 2nd edition of Baghdad Conference for Cooperation and Partnership, which was held in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, in the presence and patronage of King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic, and Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani, Prime Minister of the Republic of ...

Historic Biodiversity Pact Reached at UN Conference

Historic Biodiversity Pact Reached at UN Conference Montreal, 19 Dec (ONA) --- Negotiators today reached a historic deal at a UN biodiversity conference that would represent the most significant effort to protect the world’s lands and oceans and provide critical financing to save biodiversity in the developing world. The global framework comes on the day the United Nations Biodiversity Conference, or COP15, is set to end in Montreal, Canada. China, which holds the presidency at this conference, released a new draft that gave the sometimes contentious talks ...

EU Reaches Agreement on Pivotal Carbon Market Deal

EU Reaches Agreement on Pivotal Carbon Market DealBrussels, 18 Dec (ONA) --- European Union (EU) negotiators today reached agreement on overhauling the bloc's carbon market, the bloc's main policy tool for fighting global warming,At stake was the EU's ability to contribute to global efforts to fight climate change, and achieve its target to cut net greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030 compared with 1990 levels.Meeting that goal will require the EU carbon market to be reformed to cut emissions faster, which it does by requiring around 10,000 power plants and factories to buy CO2 ...

Foreign Minister Receives UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs

Foreign Minister Receives UAE Minister of Foreign AffairsMuscat, 17 Dec (ONA) —- Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister received here today Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).During the meeting, the two sides affirmed the joint keenness accorded by the two countries’ leaderships to continue promoting the bilateral cooperation in all spheres to serve the joint interests in light of the historical and cultural ties binding the two countries’ peoples. Such joint keenness is also ...

Oman Welcomes Political Framework Agreement Signed in Sudan

Oman Welcomes Political Framework Agreement Signed in SudanMuscat, 15 Dec (ONA) --- The Sultanate of Oman has welcomed the political framework agreement that was recently signed in the Republic of Sudan.In a statement issued by the Foreign Ministry, Oman expressed the hope that the agreement will contribute to a desired transition that realizes the aspirations of the brotherly Sudanese people.Oman affirmed its support for the unity, stability and security of Sudan.Oman has also voiced its appreciation for the efforts undertaken by regional and international parties to get this ...

GCC Summit’s Communiqué Lauds Oman’s Declaration on Setting 2050 As Carbon Emissions Neutrality Deadline

GCC Summit’s Communiqué Lauds Oman’s Declaration on Setting 2050 As Carbon Emissions Neutrality DeadlineRiyadh, 9 Dec (ONA) —- The GCC Supreme Council congratulated His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik over the Sultanate of Oman’s assuming the leadership of the 43rd GCC Summit and wishing Oman success in boosting the GCC march at all spheres.The council also commended Oman’s announcement on endorsing the year 2050 as the date for achieving zero neutrality in carbon emissions. It underscored the pioneering step undertaken towards gradual transition to renewable energy in member ...

HH Sayyid Fahd Heads Oman’s Delegation at Arab-China Summit for Cooperation

HH Sayyid Fahd Heads Oman’s Delegation at Arab-China Summit for CooperationRiyadh, 9 Dec (ONA) —- On behalf of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, HH Sayyid Fahd bin Mahmoud Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for the Council of Ministers, headed the Sultanate of Oman’s delegation at the Arab-China Summit for Cooperation and Development. The summit was held at King Abdul Aziz International Conference Center in Riyadh. It was attended by leaders and heads of delegations of Arab countries and the People’s Republic of China.The summit discussed various topics, including deep-rooted ...

HH Sayyid Fahd Heads Oman’s Delegation at GCC-China Summit for Cooperation, Development

HH Sayyid Fahd Heads Oman’s Delegation at GCC-China Summit for Cooperation, DevelopmentRiyadh, 9 Dec (ONA) —— On behalf of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, HH Sayyid Fahd bin Mahmoud Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for the Council of Ministers, headed the Omani side at the GCC-China Summit for Cooperation and Development, which was held in Riyadh today.HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), gave a speech at the opening of the summit. He said that the summit reflects the joint desire to reinforce GCC-Chinese ...

HH Sayyid Fahd Heads Oman’s Delegation at 43rd GCC Summit

HH Sayyid Fahd Heads Oman’s Delegation at 43rd GCC SummitRiyadh, 9 Dec (ONA) —- On behalf of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, HH Sayyid Fahd bin Mahmoud Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for the Council of Ministers, headed the Sultanate of Oman’s delegation at the 43rd GCC Summit, which began in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia today.In his opening speech, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), congratulated His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik on the Sultanate of Oman’s assuming the ...

154th Ministerial Council Session Held in Preparation to 43rd GCC Summit

154th Ministerial Council Session Held in Preparation to 43rd GCC Summit Riyadh, 7 Dec (ONA) --- Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister, presided over the 154th session of the Ministerial Council in preparation to the 43rd GCC Summit. The session was held at the headquarters of the GCC SecretariatGeneralin Riyadh today in the presence of the GCC foreign ministers and the GCC Secretary-General. In his speech, Sayyid Badr affirmed that the Gulf Cooperation Council is pressing ahead at a steady pace as outlined by the wise visions and directives of the GCC leaders, in a ...

Oman, Georgia Hold Political Consultations

Oman, Georgia Hold Political ConsultationsMuscat, 7 Dec (ONA) --- The 3rd round of political consultations between the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Georgia was held at the Foreign Ministry here today.The Omani side was headed by Sheikh Khalifa Ali Al Harthy, Foreign Ministry’s Undersecretary for Diplomatic Affairs, while the Georgian side was headed by Alexander Khvtisiashvili, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs.The two sides discussed the bilateral relations between the two countries and means of enhancing them in all spheres to serve the mutual interests.The two ...

Foreign Minister Meets Singaporean Official

Foreign Minister Meets Singaporean Official Singapore, 5 Dec (ONA) --- Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister, met here today with Teo Chee Hean, Singaporean Senior Minister and Coordinating Minister for National Security. The meeting came as part of Sayyid Badr’s visit to the Republic of Singapore. During the meeting, the two sides explores areas of cooperation pertaining to security cooperation and exchange of expertise. They also touched on views on regional and international developments of common interest in a manner that contributes to enhancing international ...

Oman, Slovenia Hold Political Consultations

Oman, Slovenia Hold Political Consultations Muscat, 24 Nov (ONA) --- The first round of political consultations between the Foreign Ministries of the Sultanate of Oman and Slovenia was held at the Foreign Ministry here today. The Omani side was headed by Sheikh Khalifa Ali Al Harthy, Foreign Ministry’s Undersecretary for Diplomatic Affairs, while the Slovenian side was headed by Samuel Žbogar, Minister of Foreign affairs. The two sides discussed the bilateral relations between the two countries and means of enhancing them. The two sides also exchanged views on ...

King of Jordan Confers Order on Omani Ambassador

King of Jordan Confers Order on Omani Ambassador Amman, 23 Nov (ONA) --- King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan conferred the Order of Independence (First Class) on Sheikh Hilal bin Marhoon Al Maamari, Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to Jordan, at the end of his tour of duty as ambassador of Oman to Jordan. Bestowing the Order on the Sheikh Al Maamari also cones in appreciation of his efforts in carrying out diplomatic duties, which has contributed to strengthening the Omani-Jordanian relations. The Order was conferred on the ambassador when the ...

Oman Expresses Sympathy with Indonesia over Cianjur Earthquake

Oman Expresses Sympathy with Indonesia over Cianjur Earthquake Muscat, 21 Nov (ONA) ---The Sultanate of Oman has expressed its sympathy with the Republic of Indonesia over the earthquake that hit the city of Cianjur in West Java. In a statement issued by the Foreign Ministry here today, Oman also expressed sincere condolences to the Indonesian government and people, as well as families of the victims, wishing the injured a speedy recovery. --- Ends/AH ...

Iranian President Receives Foreign Minister

Iranian President Receives Foreign Minister Tehran, 19 Nov (ONA) —— Dr. Ebrahim Raisi, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran received in Tehran today Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister.During the meeting, Sayyid Badr conveyed greetings and best wishes of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to President Raisi and the people of Iran.On his turn, the Iranian President expressed his appreciation and best wishes to His Majesty the Sultan and the Omani people, wishing the relations between the two countries further progress. President Raisi also expressed his greetings to the ...

Foreign Minister Meets Iranian Counterpart

Foreign Minister Meets Iranian CounterpartTehran, 19 Nov (ONA) —— Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister met in Tehran today with Dr. Hossein Amir Abdollahian, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran.The meeting touched on areas of bilateral cooperation and means of promoting them to serve the joint interests.It also discussed a set of regional and international issues of common interests. The two sides affirmed that they will continue the joint consultation and baking all efforts that maintain security, peace and stability through dialogue and political ...

Grain Deal Extended for Another 120 Days

Grain Deal Extended for Another 120 Days Ankara, 17 Nov (ONA) --- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan confirmed today that the grain deal signed in Istanbul in July would be extended for 120 days. "Following the decision made by the UN, Turkey, Russia and Ukraine, the agreement on the Black Sea corridor will be extended from 19 November 2022 for 120 days," the Turkish leader wrote on Twitter. Erdogan thanked UN chief Antonio Guterres, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky for their efforts to extend the initiative. According to ...

Foreign Minister Receives Credentials Copy of Estonian, Mauritian Ambassadors

Foreign Minister Receives Credentials Copy of Estonian, Mauritian Ambassadors Muscat, 15 Nov (ONA) --- Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister, received credentials copy of Ingrid Amer, Ambassador of the Republic of Estonia appointed to the Sultanate of Oman. Sayyid Badr wished the ambassador success in carrying out her duties. He also wished the relations between Oman and Estonia further development and growth. Sayyid Badr also received a copy of credentials of Shaukat Ali Soudhan, Ambassador of the Republic of Mauritius appointed to the Sultanate of Oman. ...