Philippines

8 February 2026

His Majesty receives a message from the President of the Philippines

Oman’s Foreign Minister received the message during a meeting in Muscat with the Foreign Minister of the Philippines.

28 January 2026

Minister welcomes new Ambassador of the Philippines

Sayyid Badr received a copy of the credentials of the newly appointed Ambassador.

16 January 2026

Thailand: Ambassador at President’s New Year reception

Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to the Philippines, Nasser Almanwari, attended a reception to mark the New Year hosted by Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr at the Presidential Palace in Manila. The President renewed his call for cooperation and joint action towards a better future.

8 January 2026

Philippines: Ambassador meets Chamber of Commerce President

Nasser Almanwari, Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to the Philippines, met at the Embassy with  Mr Mohammed Al Baytam, Chairman of the Middle East and North Africa Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines. The meeting included an exchange of views and a discussion on avenues for joint cooperation.

7 December 2025

Oman to exempt Philippines citizens from tourist visa requirements from 2026

This measure raises the number of exempt countries and reinforces Oman’s position as an open and attractive international destination.

3 December 2025

Oman secures humanitarian repatriation of crew of “Eternity C” from Yemen

The Sultanate of Oman expresses its sincere appreciation to all concerned parties.

3 December 2025

Oman facilitates the return of Eternity C crew from Sana’a

The crew of 11 individuals of Filipino and Indian nationality are now preparing to return to their home countries.

20 November 2025

Minister bids farewell to Philippines Ambassador

Sayyid Badr appreciated the Ambassador’s efforts in strengthening relations between the two countries.

18 November 2025

Philippines: Embassy at International Bazaar

The Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman in Manila took part in the 2025 Manila International Bazaar held under the patronage of Foreign Minister Teresa Lazaro. The event was attended by senior Philippine officials and foreign diplomats. During the bazaar, the Embassy offered a distinctive showcase of Omani culture through traditional crafts, heritage products and Omani hospitality, reflecting the authenticity

17 November 2025

Minister in phone call with his Philippine counterpart

The Ministers discussed expanding joint initiatives with a focus on trade and mutual investment.

13 November 2025

Philippines: Ambassador visits maritime training centre

Nasser Almanwari ,Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to the Philippines, visited the headquarters of the  United Marine Training Centre, where he met with the Centre’s management and the Omani seafarers undergoing training there. The visit discussed ways to enhance cooperation between Oman and the Philippines in the field of maritime training.

31 October 2025

Ceremony marks 45 years of diplomatic relations between Oman and the Philippines

Sheikh Alharthy highlighted the depth of relations between the two countries.

26 October 2025

Philippines: Minister of the Commission on Filipinos Overseas receives Ambassador

Ambassador Nasser Almanwari, Ambassador of Oman to the Philippines, met with Dante “Klink” Ang, Minister of the Commission on Filipinos Overseas. The meeting discussed matters of mutual interest and ways to strengthen the relations between the two friendly countries.

11 October 2025

Philippines: Ambassador meets Chairman of construction group

Engineer Nasser Almanwari, Oman’s Ambassador to the Philippines, met with Mr Anthony Jude Viollago, Chairman of the San Lorenzo Ruiz Construction and Development Group. The meeting discussed opportunities for cooperation and investment in the construction and real estate development sectors between the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of the Philippines.

29 August 2025

Philippines: Ambassador discusses cooperation with Congresswoman

Ambassador Nasser Said Abdullah Almanwari received Marlesa “Doc Marly” Hofer T Hasim, Member of the Philippine Congress, at the Embassy. The meeting reviewed cooperation between the two friendly countries and ways to enhance that cooperation.