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Foreign Minister Receives Credentials Copy of Pakistani Ambassador Muscat, 2 Feb (ONA) --- Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister received here today a copy of credentials of Muhammad Imran Ali Chaudhry, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan appointedto the Sultanate of Oman. Sayyid Badr welcomed the ambassador, wishing him success in carrying out his duties, and the bilateral relations between the two countries further growth and progress. The meeting was attended by several officials at the Foreign Ministry. --- Ends/TH ...

Muscat, 2 Feb (ONA) --- Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister received here today a copy of credentials of Mohammed Imran Ali Chaudhry, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan appointed to the Sultanate of Oman. Sayyid Badr welcomed the ambassador, wishing him success in carrying out his duties, and the bilateral relations between the two countries further progress and growth. The meeting was attended by several officials at the Foreign Ministry. --- Ends/TH/AG ...

Foreign Minister Receives Credentials Copy of Norwegian Ambassador Muscat, 2 Feb (ONA) --- Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister received here today a copy of credentials of Thomas Lid Ball , Ambassador of the Kingdom of Norway appointedto the Sultanate of Oman. Sayyid Badr welcomed the ambassador, wishing him success in carrying out his duties, and the bilateral relations between the two countries further growth and progress. The meeting was attended by several officials at the Foreign Ministry. --- Ends/TH ...

Muscat, 2 Feb (ONA) --- Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister received here today a copy of credentials of Thomas Lid Ball, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Norway appointed to the Sultanate of Oman.Sayyid Badr welcomed the ambassador, wishing him success in carrying out his duties, and the bilateral relations between the two countries further progress and growth.The meeting was attended by several officials at the Foreign Ministry. --- ...

Muscat, 1 Feb (ONA) --- Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister received here today a copy of credentials of Ilya Morgunov, Ambassador of the Russian Federation appointed to the Sultanate of Oman. Sayyid Badr welcomed the ambassador, wishing him success in carrying out his duties, and the relations between the two countries further progress and growth. --- Ends/TH/AG ...

Muscat, 1 Feb (ONA) --- Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister received here today a copy of credentials of Jota Yamamoto, Ambassador of Japan appointed to the Sultanate of Oman. Sayyid Badr welcomed the ambassador, wishing him success in carrying out his duties, and the relations between the two countries further progress and growth. ---Ends/TH/AG ...

Damascus, 31 Jan (ONA) --- Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister held here a session of political talks with Dr. Faisal Mekdad, Syrian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates. The talks covered the fraternal relations between the two countries and means of promoting cooperation between them in various spheres to enhance joint interests and realize aspirations of the two countries' peoples. The talks also laid emphasis on the keenness of the two countries' leaderships to enhance and develop these relations in all fields. The two sides ...

Damascus, 31 Jan (ONA) --- President Dr. Bashar Al Assad of the Syrian Arab Republic received Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister who is on an official visit to Damascus. During the meeting, Sayyid Badr conveyed greetings of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik along with his best wishes of good health and happiness to President Al Assad, and the friendly Syrian people progress. On his turn, the Syrian President asked Sayyid Badr to convey his sincere greetings and best wishes to His Majesty the Sultan, and the Omani people continuous prosperity and ...

Kuwait, 30 Jan (ONA) --- Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmed Al Jaber Al Sabah, Deputy Emir, Crown Prince of the State of Kuwait today received the Arab foreign ministers participating in the consultative meeting, hosted by Kuwait. Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister conveyed greetings and best wishes of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to Sheikh Nawaf Al Ahmed Al Jaber Al Sabah, Emir of Kuwait. The meeting underscored the importance of Arab solidarity and cooperation towards regional issues; the foremost of which is the Palestinian cause. It also touched on regional ...

Kuwait, 30 Jan (ONA) --- The Sultanate of Oman took part in the consultative meeting of the Arab foreign ministers, held in the State of Kuwait. Oman's delegation was led in the meeting by Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister. The meeting reviewed a range of current issues of concern to the Arab countries. It also reiterated the importance of solidarity and cooperation among the Arab countries in dealing with the challenges facing the Arab region. The meeting also laid emphasis on enhancing pillars of security and stability and realizing aspirations of ...

Ramallah, 27 Jan (ONA) --- Israeli forces today detained 26 Palestinians, mostly from the occupied city of Jerusalem, according to local and security sources.They said that Israeli police conducted a large-scale campaign across the occupied city of Jerusalem, rounding up 24 youths, mostly former prisoner.One of the detainees was detained after being shot by a rubber-coated steel bullet at the neighborhood entrance, Wafa reported.--- Ends/AG/AH ...

Muscat, 26 Jan (ONA) --- Foreign Minister, Saayid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi received here today Sheikh Dr. Abdullah Ahmed Al Khalifa, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Political Affairs in the Kingdom of Bahrain.The two sides reviewed the bilateral relations and ways of enhancing them to meet the aspirations of the two countries’ peoples. They also discussed several matters of mutual interest.The meeting was attended by Sheikh Khalifa Ali Al Harthy, the Foreign Ministry’s Undersecretary for Diplomatic Affair, Dr. Juma Ahmed Al Ka’abi, Ambassador of Bahrain to Oman and ...

Muscat, 25 Jan (ONA) --- The Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Colombia signed at the Foreign Ministry here today an agreement on mutual visa waiver for holders of diplomatic, special and service passports.The step comes within the framework of promoting bilateral relations between Oman and Colombia in various fields.The agreement was signed on behalf of the governments of the two countries by Sheikh Khalifa Ali Al Harthy, Undersecretary of the Foreign Ministry for Diplomatic Affairs and Ana Munoz de Gaviria, Ambassador of the Republic of Colombia to the Sultanate of ...

Muscat, 25 Jan (ONA) --- Foreign ministries of the Sultanate of Oman and the Kingdom of Bahrain held a session of official talks here today. The Omani side was headed by Sheikh Khalifa Ali Al Harthy, Undersecretary for Diplomatic Affairs, while the Bahraini side was headed by Sheikh Dr. Abdullah Ahmed Al Khalifa, Undersecretary for Political Affairs. The two sides reviewed aspects of cooperation between the two countries and affirmed their keenness to enhance joint action in various fields. They also exchanged views on regional and international matters of common ...

Muscat, 24 Jan (ONA) --- Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi received here today Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary General of the Arab League. The two sides exchanged views on a wide range of topics pertaining to the Arab League’s tasks aimed at enhancing joint Arab action. They also touched on joint cooperation in various spheres of mutual interest. The two sides affirmed the importance of Arab solidarity, as well as means of actively engaging with current ground reality and future aspirations. The meeting also reviewed a number of regional and ...

Muscat, 23 Jan (ONA) —— Dr. Sameh Shoukry, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Arab Republic of Egypt has lauded the efforts of the Sultanate of Oman, under the leadership of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, to boost the country’s economy and attract investments, which will in turn achieve progress and prosperity for the Sultanate in various spheres.This came during a joint press conference held with Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, at the Foreign Ministry’s premises here today. Shoukry affirmed that the meeting of the Omani-Egyptian Joint Committee and the MoUs ...

Muscat, 23 Jan (ONA)—The 15th session of the Omani-Egyptian Joint Committee was held here today at the level of foreign ministers. The Omani side was headed by Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister of the Sultanate of Oman, while Sameh Shoukry, Foreign Minister of the Arab Republic of Egypt, headed his country’s side. The two sides explored various aspects of cooperation and ways of developing them and followed up steps to realize the accomplishments of the next stage. They affirmed their resolve to press ahead with means of consolidating integration in ...

Muscat, 19 Jan (ONA) --- Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister received here today Dr. Margarete Schrambock, Federal Minister for Digital and Economic Affairs in Austria. The two sides reviewed ways of enhancing bilateral relations and cooperation in the fields of economy, digital technology and exchanging expertise. During the meeting, a presentation was given on the Foreign Ministry’s role in utilizing knowledge and technology through its cooperation with Oman’s regional and international partners. The meeting was attended by a number of ...

Rabat, 18 Jan (ONA)—Dr. Said Mohammed Al Bar’ami today presented his credentials as the extraordinary and plenipotentiary ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to the Kingdom of Morocco. The event took place when King Mohammed VI of Morocco received the ambassador here today. The ambassador conveyed to King Mohammed VI the greetings of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik. On his turn, King Mohammed VI expressed his appreciation for His Majesty the Sultan, wishing him good health, happiness and a long life. Ends/AB/AH ...

Muscat, 18 Jan (ONA) --- The online meeting of the Omani-Uzbek Joint Committee, held today, explored the cooperation relations in the fields of economy, trade, investment, education and culture between the two countries. The Omani side in the meeting was headed by Sheikh Khalifa Ali Al Harthy, the Foreign Ministry’s Undersecretary for Diplomatic Affairs, while the Uzbek side was headed by Shukhrat Vafaev, Deputy Minister of Investments and Foreign Trade, Executive Director of the Fund for Reconstruction and Development. The meeting was attended by Oman’s Ambassador to Uzbekistan, ...

Muscat, Jan 17 (ONA)—The Foreign Ministry here expressed the solidarity of the Sultanate of Oman with the sisterly state of United Arab Emirates (UAE) and supports measures undertaken by the UAE to safeguard its security and stability. Oman also voiced its condemnation and denouncement of the attack that targeted the UAE capital city, Abu Dhabi, and caused death and injury among civilians. Ends/AB ...

Washington, 17 Jan (ONA) ---- President Joe Biden of the United States of America plans to meet virtually with Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio this Friday. The meeting is intended to further deepen ties between the two governments, economies, and the people, the White House said. The meeting will highlight the strength of the US-Japan alliance, which is the cornerstone of peace, security, and stability in the Indo-Pacific and around the world, White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said in a statement today.--- Ends/AH ...

Tehran, 17 Jan (ONA) ---- Iran thinks an agreement is possible as diplomats meet in Vienna to draw up a new deal aimed at curbing Iran's nuclear capabilities. "We have made considerable progress and also cleared up some previously contentious issues," Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said today. Despite differences remaining, he said a permanent agreement is feasible in the near future, especially if the United States takes the necessary political decisions. The spokesperson did not give details on the talks. Khatibzadeh also signaled Iran's willingness to enter into ...

Bamako, 16 Jan (ONA) ---- Former Malian president Ibrahim Boubacar Keita, who was ousted by the military in 2020 after a seven-year rule, has died aged 76, officials said today. Known by his initials IBK, Keita ran the West African country from September 2013 to August 2020, when insurgents overran large areas, draining his popularity. --- Ends/AH ...

Muscat, 12 Jan (ONA) --- Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister received Dr. Mantas Adomenas, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs in the Republic of Lithuania. The two sides reviewed bilateral relations between the two countries. They underscored their keenness to consolidate these ties in various fields. The two sides also exchanged views on several regional and international matters of common concern.The meeting was attended by Sheikh Khalifa Ali Al Harthy, the Foreign Ministry’s Undersecretary for Diplomatic Affairs, Renatas Norkus, Ambassador of Lithuania to Oman and several ...

Muscat, 12 Jan (ONA) --- A session of political consultations was held here today between the Foreign Ministries of the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Lithuania. The Omani side was headed by Sheikh Khalifa Ali Al Harthy, the Ministry’s Undersecretary for Diplomatic Affairs. The Lithuanian was headed by Dr. Mantas Adomenas Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs. The session discussed bilateral relations between the two countries. The two sides underlined their keenness to continue promoting joint cooperation in economic fields. They also stressed their willingness ...

Muscat, 12 Jan (ONA) --- Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister today held a meeting with Honorary Consuls of the Sultanate of Oman to Denmark, Frankfurt, Cyprus, Ireland, Armenia and Hungary.The meeting came within the framework of the visit programme set by the Foreign Ministry for the Honorary Consuls of Oman. The meeting reviewed cooperation and means of utilizing the investment opportunities between Oman and their respective countries. The meeting was attended by Khalid Hashel Al Musalhi, Head of the Minister’s Office Department at the Foreign Ministry and a number ...

Muscat, 10 Jan (ONA) --- Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister held today a session of political talks with Dr. Hossein Amir Abdollahian, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran. The session reviewed relations of cooperation between the two countries in various spheres and the means of enhancing them. The two sides reviewed some regional and international issues of common interest. They also touched on Vienna talks regarding the nuclear agreement “Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA)”, emphasizing the importance of the Plan to achieve security ...

Sydney, 6 Jan (ONA) --- The leaders of Japan and Australia signed a “landmark” defense agreement today that allows closer cooperation between their militaries. Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida met in a virtual summit to sign the Reciprocal Access Agreement, the first such defense pact signed by Japan with any country other than the United States. The agreement follows more than a year of talks between Japan and Australia aimed at breaking down legal barriers to allow the troops of one country to enter the other ...

Amman, 5 Jan (ONA) --- King Abdullah II of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan met in Amman today with Benny Gantz, Israeli Defense Minister. King Abdullah reiterated the need to maintain calm in the Palestinian Territories, and to take the necessary measures to create the horizon needed to achieve just and comprehensive peace, on the basis of the two-state solution. The meeting also covered a number of issues of mutual concern, as well as means of enhancing security and stability in the region.--- Ends/KH ...