GCC

28 July 2026

Minister at consultative meeting with GCC counterparts

The Ministers affirmed the importance of continuing joint action and prioritising political solutions.

23 July 2026

Ethiopia: Ambassador at Gulf Africa strategic dialogue

The Head of the Sultanate of Oman’s Mission in Ethiopia, Ambassador Dr Afkar Alfarsi, took part in the inaugural high-level dialogue of the Gulf–Africa Strategic Partnership Initiative (GASPI), held in Addis Ababa. The meeting will contribute to shaping the agenda for the Initiative’s summit, which is scheduled to be held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, in March 2027.

23 July 2026

Oman stresses need to avoid escalation in Red Sea

Oman is working with various parties to resume the political process to achieve regional security and stability.

14 July 2026

Minister says Gulf security requires shift from containment to regional integration

Writing in Le Monde, Sayyid Badr calls for a balanced review of relations with international partners, especially the United States.

14 July 2026

Minister calls for new Gulf security policy

Writing in Le Monde, Sayyid Badr argues for a shift from containment to regional integration.

13 July 2026

Oman at EU-GCC Forum on Security and Cooperation

The Forum discussed how to strengthen cooperation and coordination between the GCC and the EU.

25 June 2026

Minister meets Saudi counterpart in Manama

The Ministers affirmed the deep-rooted relations between the two brotherly countries.

25 June 2026

Minister participates in meeting between GCC and U.S.

The discussions aimed to contribute to lasting peace and prosperity and reinforce the foundations of security and stability.

17 June 2026

His Majesty issues a Royal Decree

The Decree makes changes to the system for insurance coverage for GCC citizens working in any GCC member state.

17 June 2026

Royal Decree No. 65/2026, amending provisions of the Unified System for Insurance Protection to GCC citizens working abroad in GCC states

His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has issued Royal Decree No. 65/2026, amending some provisions of the Unified System for Insurance Protection Extension to GCC citizens working in member states other than their home countries. Article 1 stipulates that the amendments attached to this decree shall apply to the aforementioned Unified System for Insurance Protection Extension to GCC citizens working in

10 June 2026

Minister meets Canadian counterpart in Manama

The two Ministers discussed the regional situation and prospects for peace.

10 June 2026

Oman at GCC Canada Ministerial Meeting in Manama

The Ministers discussed ways to strengthen and expand cooperation across economic, scientific and cultural fields.

10 June 2026

Oman at GCC Ministerial Council in Manama

The Council discussed the latest developments in joint Gulf action and the progress made in implementing decisions.

10 June 2026

Crown Prince of Bahrain receives Foreign Minister

The meeting formed part of GCC Foreign Ministers’ participation in a GCC Ministerial Council in Bahrain.

7 June 2026

Qatar: Ambassador meets with head of GCC Statistical Centre

Sayyid Ammar Albusaidi, Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to the State of Qatar, met Intisar Abdullah Al Wahaibi, Director General of the Statistical Centre for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The meeting reviewed cooperation between the Embassy and the Centre and explored ways to further support and strengthen it.