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Rome, 31 Oct (ONA) --- The leaders of the world's richest economies will spend today trying to reach a meaningful deal on preventing climate change. The G20 is hoping to make progress ahead of the COP26 summit in Glasgow, which begins later today. However, they have yet to announce any firm new commitments to reduce carbon emissions in the coming years. The G20 group, made up of 19 countries and the European Union, accounts for 80% of the world's emissions. The first day of the summit, being held in Rome, Italy, focused on Covid and the ...

Muscat, 31 Oct (ONA) --- HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defense Affairs received at his office in Al Murtafaa Garrison today Gen. Sir Nicholas Carter, British Chief of the Defence Staff.The two sides reviewed the relations between the two countries and discussed several matters of common interest. They also explored spheres of the existing military cooperation between the defence ministries of the Sultanate of Oman and the United Kingdom (UK), as well as means of strengthening them to serve the joint interests of the two countries. --- ...

Muscat, 31 Oct (ONA) --- Sheikh Khalifa Ali Al Harthy, Undersecretary of the Foreign Ministry for Diplomatic Affairs received at his office here today, Ahmed Aboutaleb, Mayor of Rotterdam. The two sides explored means of boosting relations of cooperation at all spheres between the Sultanate of Oman and the Kingdom of the Netherlands. --- ...

Muscat, 30 Oct (ONA) —— The Sultanate of Oman has expressed its great sorrow over the worsening of relations between some Arab countries and the Lebanese Republic.In a statement issued by the Foreign Ministry here today, Oman called on all parties to exercise restraint and avoid escalation. Oman also called on them to address disputes through dialogue and understanding in a manner that preserves the Arab countries’ supreme interests of security, stability and cooperation based on mutual respect and non-interference in internal affairs.—- Ends/AH/KH ...

Muscat, 28 Oct (ONA) --- Sheikh Khalifa Ali Al Harthy, Foreign Ministry’s Undersecretary for Diplomatic Affairs received at his office here today Bastien Lachaud, District Deputy of Seine-Saint-Denies and member of the National Defence and Armed Forces Committee of the French National Assembly.The two sides reviewed the bilateral relations and means of enhancing them in all fields and discussed issues of joint interest.The meeting was attended by Veronique Aulagnon, Ambassador of the French Republic appointed to the Sultanate of Oman and officials from the Foreign ...

Tehran, 27 Oct (ONA) —- The second meeting of foreign ministers of countries neighbouring Afghanistan kicked off here today.The one-day meeting saw the participation of United Nations Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, Oman’s Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ibrahim Ahmed Al Muaini, and ambassadors of Arab and friendly countries.In a statement to Oman News Agency (ONA) on the sidelines of the meeting, Amir Musawi, Director of Strategic and International Studies Centre in Tehran, said, “There appears to be consensus among Afghanistan neighbouring states and international ...

Muscat, 26 Oct (ONA) --- Sheikh Khalifa Ali Al Harthy, Foreign Ministry's Undersecretary for Diplomatic Affairs held here today a session of political talks with Manlio Di Stefano, Italian Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. The two sides reviewed aspects of bilateral cooperation in the economic, scientific and cultural areas and ways to enhance them in all fields. The two sides also exchanged views on a range of current regional and international issues of common interest. The session was attended by officials from both ...

Muscat, 25 Oct (ONA) --- The United States (US) underscored the importance of diplomatic action in resolving problems with Iran and filling the existing gaps in a bid to revive the 2015 Nuclear Pact. Robert Malley, US Envoy to Iran, said in a phone-in press briefing, in which Oman News Agency (ONA) participated, that “This problem has to be resolved through diplomatic means and Iran has to stick to its pledges with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).” Malley added, “When we return to the table of negotiations, the talks will pave the way for wider ...

Riyadh, 25 Oct (ONA) --- At the behest of His Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik, Dr. Saud Hamoud Al Habsi, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, represented the Sultanate of Oman at a ceremony here today to launch the Middle East Green Initiative. The initiative aims to combat climate change in the Middle East, consolidate investment and rally efforts towards the implementation of joint environment protection obligations. Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), said ...

Muscat, 24 Oct (ONA) --- Sheikh Khalifa Ali Al Harthy, Undersecretary of the Foreign Ministry for Diplomatic Affairs received here today Amadou Hott, Minister of Economy, Planning and International Cooperation of Senegal, who is currently visiting the Sultanate.The meeting reviewed aspects of the bilateral relations. It also explored cooperation opportunities in the fields of economy, investment and trade exchange. --- Ends/HG/KH ...

Kuala Lumpur, 21 Oct (ONA) --- Australia and the United Kingdom (UK) today defended their nuclear submarine deal with the United States (US) amid concerns it could escalate tensions in the region and spark an arms race. UK Minister for Armed Forces James Heappey said there “has been a lot of overhyping” of the pact known as AUKUS. He said the UK and the US have been sharing such technologies for decades and that Australia’s decision to join was merely to develop its own submarine capability. The pact will provide Australia with nuclear reactors to power its ...

UN Security Council Calls for Immediate Ceasefire in Yemen New York, 21 Oct (ONA) --- Members of the UN Security Council called for immediate ceasefire in Yemen according to resolution (2565) of the year 2021, and for resolving differences through comprehensive dialogue while also rejecting the use of violence for political reasons. In a statement, the council welcomed the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's announcement of 22 March, which was supported by the Yemeni government, in which Riyadh offered a new peace initiative to end the war in Yemen, which would include a ...

Muscat, 20 Oct (ONA) --- Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister described the talks session held today between the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Greece as "positive". He added that the talks touched on a wide spectrum of cooperation opportunities in various spheres, particularly in economic and investment fields. This was stated during the press conference held by Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister and Nikolaos Georgios Dendias, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Greece at the Foreign Ministry here today. Sayyid Badr said, ...

Muscat, 20 Oct (ONA) --- The Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Greece held at the Foreign Ministry here today a session of political talks. The Omani side was headed by Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister whilst the Greek side was chaired by Nikolaos Georgios Dendias, Minister of Foreign Affairs. The session reviewed aspects of the bilateral cooperation in economic, scientific and cultural fields between the two countries, as well as means of promoting them in all spheres. The two sides also exchanged views on a range of current regional and international ...

Muscat, 20 Oct (ONA) --- The Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Greece signed at the Foreign Ministry here today an agreement on mutual visa waiver for holders of diplomatic, special and service passports between the Sultanate and Greece.The agreement was signed on behalf of the governments of the two countries by Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister andNikolaos Georgios Dendias, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Greece.The two sides also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for political consultations between Oman and Greece.The agreement signing ceremony was ...

Muscat, 19 Oct (ONA) —- Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister received today a phone call from Dr. Hossein Amir Abdollahian, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran.During the call, the two sides exchanged views on the regional and international developments. They stressed the good neighborly relations and the joint keenness to support pillars of security and stability.—- Ends/AH/KH ...

Tehran, 19 Oct (ONA) – Both in domestic and foreign policy, the judicious leadership of His Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik advocates collaboration and cooperation among all segments. The Sultanate of Oman strives to remind all about the significance of solidarity, compassion, recognition for diversity and respect for human beings and their sanctities.This was stated in the Sultanate’s speech before the 35th International Islamic Unity Conference held here. The 5-day conference saw the participation of representatives of 52 countries.The speech was delivered by Dr. Mohammed Said Al ...

Riyadh, 18 Oct (ONA)---His Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik sent a written message to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). The message deals with the bilateral relations binding the two countries and their brotherly peoples, and means of promoting them in all spheres. The message was handed over by Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaid, Foreign Minister when he met here today with Prince Faisal Farhan Al Saud, KSA Foreign Minister. During the meeting, Sayyid Badr conveyed greetings and best wishes of His ...

Brussels, 18 Oct (ONA) -- A number of European Union (EU) Foreign Ministers called for closer EU ties and cooperation with the GCC countries ahead of a discussion on EU-GCC ties during their meeting in Luxembourg today.Anze Logar, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Slovenia, told reporters ahead of the meeting that "We look forward for discussion with the GCC countries", noting that EU High Representative Josep Borrell recently visited the GCC region."It's in our mutual interest to enhance this cooperation from different perspective from Green transition to migrant topics," he said. Slovenia ...

Occupied Jerusalem, 18 Oct (ONA) --- Israeli occupation forces arrested seven Palestinians from different areas of the West Bank while settlers stormed the blessed Al Aqsa Mosque in the Occupied Jerusalem. The Israeli occupation forces arrested a Palestinian young man from the town of Beit Fajjar, south Bethlehem, after raiding and searching his father's house, Palestine's News Agency (WAFA) reported. At the same time, the Israeli occupation forces arrested three Palestinians, including two freed prisoners, from Ramallah and Al Bireh in the occupied West Bank. The ...

Occupied Jerusalem, 14 Oct (ONA) --- The Israeli occupation forces launched a massive campaign of arrests today, targeting 12 Palestinians in the West Bank.   The Palestinian News Agency (WAFA) stated that the occupation forces arrested two Palestinians from the city of Beit Sahour in the Bethlehem Governorate and another young man, who is still unidentified, after storming Al Tira neighborhood in Ramallah.   They also arrested six Palestinians from Al Aroub refugee camp, Hebron governorate, and three others from Nablus.   The Israeli occupation ...

Oman Participates in NAM 60th Anniversary Celebrations Belgrade, 12 Oct (ONA) – The Sultanate took part in celebrations held here to mark the 60th anniversary of Non-Aligned Movement (NAM)’s first conference. Oman’s delegation was headed by Sheikh Khalifa Ali Al Harthy, Foreign Ministry’s Undersecretary for Diplomatic Affairs. In a speech on the occasion, Al Harthy affirmed the Sultanate’s support for the principles of the NAM, including respect for the sovereignty of states worldwide and the settlement of issues by peaceful means. The speech also ...

Oman Participates in NAM 60th Anniversary Celebrations Belgrade, 12 Oct (ONA) – The Sultanate took part in celebrations held here to mark the 60th anniversary of Non-Aligned Movement (NAM)’s first conference. Oman’s delegation was headed by Sheikh Khalifa Ali Al Harthy, Foreign Ministry’s Undersecretary for Diplomatic Affairs. In a speech on the occasion, Al Harthy affirmed the Sultanate’s support for the principles of the NAM, including respect for the sovereignty of states worldwide and the settlement of issues by peaceful means. The speech also ...

Oman Participates in NAM 60th Anniversary Celebrations Belgrade, 12 Oct (ONA) – The Sultanate took part in celebrations held here to mark the 60th anniversary of Non-Aligned Movement (NAM)’s first conference. Oman’s delegation was headed by Sheikh Khalifa Ali Al Harthy, Foreign Ministry’s Undersecretary for Diplomatic Affairs. In a speech on the occasion, Al Harthy affirmed the Sultanate’s support for the principles of the NAM, including respect for the sovereignty of states worldwide and the settlement of issues by peaceful means. The speech also ...

  Paris, 31 Mar (ONA) --- The UNESCO has launched a project titled "Supporting Capacity-building of World Heritage Sites in East Africa". The project is financed by the Sultanate of Oman.   The UNESCO said in a statement published on its website, "The ambassadors of the Sultanate of Oman, the Comoros, Kenya, Madagascar, Tanzania and a representative from Somalia joined the UNESCO World Heritage Centre to launch the three-year project entitled Supporting capacity-building of World Heritage sites in East Africa and financed by the Sultanate of Oman."   Dr. Hamad ...

  Muscat, 28 Mar (ONA) --- Agence France-Presse (AFP) has broadcast a documentary film titled “Message of Peace from Oman”.   The film features the history and culture of Oman and examples of coexistence of Omani people with other nations of the world. It indicates that the Sultanate has been able to present a universal model of dialogue and coexistence between religious sects and rejection of all forms of violence and extremism.   The documentary, released yesterday, lays emphasis on the Sultanate’s international “Message of ...

   Muscat, 25 Mar (ONA) – HH Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham al-Said, Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth, today launched a book titled “Date Palms in Omani Cultural Heritage”. The book launch, held at Sayyid Faisal Bin Ali Museum at the Ministry’s premises in Al-Khuwair, comes as part of a project to collect Omani narrative history. Speaking at a press statement, HH Sayyid Theyazin said that the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth incorporated the promotion of Omani cultural identity within its priorities for the forthcoming stage in line Oman Vision ...

            Muscat, 25 Mar (ONA) --- Dr. Bisera Turkovic, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina and her accompanying delegation today visited the Royal Opera House Muscat (ROHM).              During the visit, the Bosnian guest was briefed on the house, its facilities and shows, as well as its programmes and the latest equipment used in the world music shows.         She also familiarized herself with role of the house in the cultural field and its presentation of ...

        Muscat, 25 Mar (ONA) --- Dr. Bisera Turkovic, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina and her accompanying delegation today visited the National Museum, on the sidelines of her current visit to the Sultanate.        The Bosnian guests toured the halls of the National Museum, which epitomize important aspects of the Omani cultural heritage.  They were briefed about the historic manuscripts in the ...

  Muscat, 24 Mar (ONA) --- A research paper prepared by Oman Studies Centre based at Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) describes the "Hobyout" language, spoken in a narrow border strip along Omani-Yemeni borders, as an endangered language that might go extinct any time, according to the UNESCO’s Atlas of World Languages.   Despite its importance within the context of the group of south Arabia languages (like Shehri, Jebali, Mahri, Harsoosi and Bathari), the "Hobyout" exists only in oral form, but it was not accorded sufficient attention by researchers and it has not even ...