His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik left Paris this evening, concluding his visit to the French Republic, en route to the United Kingdom on a private visit.

His Majesty was seen off by Nicolas Forissier, Minister of Foreign Trade and Economic Attractiveness; Nabil Hajlaoui, France’s Ambassador to the Sultanate of Oman; Ahmed bin Mohammed Alaraimi, Oman’s Ambassador to France; Amna bint Salem Al Balushi, Permanent Delegate of Oman to UNESCO; senior French military officers and members of the Oman Embassy in the French Republic.

His Majesty sent a cable of profound gratitude and appreciation to the French President, expressing his deep thankfulness for the warm welcome and generous hospitality extended to him and his accompanying delegation throughout the visit.

His Majesty further extended his sincere wishes of continued health and well‑being for the French President, and enduring progress and prosperity for the friendly French people.