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.







