2 March 2026
His Majesty in calls with Lebanese and French Presidents and Prime Minister of Pakistan
The calls stressed the importance of joining international efforts to stop escalating tensions immediately.
5 February 2026
France: Ambassador receives President of Sorbonne Nouvelle University
The Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to France, Ahmed Alaraimi, received Daniel Mouchard-Zay , President of Sorbonne Nouvelle University, and Françoise Lavocat, Vice President for International Relations. The meeting reviewed prospects for academic and cultural cooperation. It covered researcher exchanges and the organisation of joint events. The President of Sorbonne Nouvelle University praised the participation of Oman.
27 January 2026
Oman sends condolences to France over victims of capsized boat in Muscat
The Ministry confirms that investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
17 January 2026
Minister discusses regional developments with French Foreign Minister
The Ministers exchanged views on regional relations and developments on the Iranian nuclear issue.
7 October 2025
France: Oman at session of UNESCO Executive Board
The Sultanate of Oman is participating in the 222nd session of the Executive Board of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), which is taking place at the Organization’s headquarters in the French capital, Paris, from October 1-16, 2025. Ambassador Amina Albalushi, Permanent Representative of the Sultanate of Oman to UNESCO and Vice-Chair of the Executive Board for
25 July 2025
Oman welcomes France’s intention to recognise State of Palestine
The French President has announced France’s intention to recognise Palestine at the UN General Assembly.
9 July 2025
Oman at meeting of UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee
During the meeting they are discussing adding more than 30 new sites to the World Heritage List.
6 July 2025
France: Shabab Oman II wins award at Sailing Festival
The Royal Navy of Oman (RNO) ship Shabab Oman II has been awarded the Best Crew Award for 2025 during its participation in the Le Havre Sailing Festival in France. The award recognises the crew’s outstanding performance, high discipline, and remarkable interaction, which contribute to its mission to build bridges of friendship and understanding between the Sultanate of Oman and
22 June 2025
His Majesty holds phone calls with world leaders
His Majesty spoke with the Egyptian and French Presidents and the UK Prime Minister.
20 May 2025
Electronic attestation services extended to UK, France and Belgium
The Ministry is pleased to announce the launch of the ninth phase of the electronic attestation service.
10 April 2025
France: Ambassador explores cooperation in tourism promotion
Ambassador Ahmed Alaraimi, Head of the Sultanate of Oman’s Mission to the French Republic, met with Ms Caroline Aguirre, founder of Le Bureau Parisien Group, which specialises in hospitality and tourism marketing. She was accompanied by Ms Pournima Esteve. The meeting discussed cooperation in the fields of tourism, travel and media marketing. It also explored the possibility of organising joint
8 April 2025
France: Launch of Oman travel book
An event hosted by Ahmed Alaraimi, Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman in Paris, launched the book Oman: In the Footsteps of the Sailor Sinbad The book, written by distinguished French illustrator Stéphane Barroux, and Lionel Rabin, and published by Akinomé, documents a journey by the two authors across Oman. It will be available in French bookstores from April 11. The
20 February 2025
Minister receives François Hollande
The former French President is on a private visit to Oman.
14 February 2025
France: Oman at Paris conference on Syria hosted by French President
Azza bint Hamoud Albusaidi, Deputy Head of the Mission the Sultanate of Oman to France, took part in the Paris Conference on Syria at the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs. The event was held under the patronage of French President Emmanuel Macron, who also attended. Also taking part were: Ministers from the countries of the region around Syria,
25 December 2024
France: Ambassador in discussions with University of Normandy
Ahmed Bin Mohamed Bin Nasser Alaraimi, Oman’s Ambassador to France held fruitful meetings with the Vice President of the University of Normandy and the Dean of the College of Management. They discussed academic cooperation and ways to enhance scholarship opportunities.







