17 March 2026
New York: Oman delivers statement on empowering women
The Sultanate of Oman has affirmed that the process of empowering Omani women continues to progress steadily towards the realisation of a just and cohesive society that ensures the full rights of women and girls. It stressed its sustained efforts to advance the principles of gender justice and equality, in alignment with its regional and international commitments. A statement on
16 March 2026
Geneva: Oman calls for intensified efforts to halt US Israeli war on Iran
The Sultanate of Oman has affirmed its condemnation of all attacks targeting the Islamic Republic of Iran, the territories of the Gulf Cooperation Council states and Arab countries. In a statement to the United Nations in Geneva, Oman called on all concerned parties to exercise restraint, halt hostilities, adhere to the principles of international law and avoid targeting civilians, vital
11 March 2026
Ministry holds workshop to consult on fourth national report for Universal Periodic Review
The workshop aimed to strengthen cooperation among national entities in preparing reports related to human rights.
9 March 2026
New York: Oman at 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women
The Sultanate of Oman took part in the opening of the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women, held at the United Nations headquarters in New York. The Omani delegation was led by Ambassador Omar Alkathiri, Permanent Representative of the Sultanate of Oman to the United Nations. The session aims to review the progress achieved under the
2 March 2026
Minister in phone call with head of Atomic Energy Agency
Sayyid Badr expressed his regret that the technical discussions scheduled to be held in Vienna could not take place.
1 March 2026
Minister holds phone call with UN Secretary General
They discussed the current escalation and the ongoing international efforts to contain it.
28 February 2026
Geneva: Oman reaffirms support for UN Human Rights Council
The Sultanate of Oman affirmed its commitment to engaging positively and constructively with the mechanisms of the Human Rights Council and with the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights. It renewed its pledge to continue this approach, rooted in its firm conviction and in the principles enshrined in the Basic Law of the State. This came in a
27 February 2026
Cyprus: Ambassador meets UN Special Representative
Mohammed Alnahdi, Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to the Republic of Cyprus, received Khassim Diagne, Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary General in Cyprus and Head of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus..
14 February 2026
Minister participates in Munich Security Conference
The consultations focused on key current issues in addition to addressing economic, climate and humanitarian challenges.
11 February 2026
Oman at session of UNICEF Executive Board
Oman reaffirmed its continued support for UNICEF’s efforts in the occupied Palestinian Territories.
9 February 2026
New York: Permanent Representative to the UN meets with UNICEF
Ambassador Omar Alkathiri, Oman’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, met Mandeep O’Brien, Global Director of Advocacy and Communications at UNICEF. Ms O’Brien expressed appreciation for the strong partnership with the Sultanate of Oman and its support for children and youth and for its important role on the UNICEF Executive Board Bureau. She also conveyed her aspiration to deepen cooperation
4 February 2026
New York: Oman at Commission for Social Development session
The Sultanate of Oman reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to achieving comprehensive and sustainable social development, guided by a national approach that places the citizen at its core as both the driver and ultimate beneficiary of progress. This was the message delivered in a speech by Ambassador Omar Alkathiri, Oman’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York, during Oman’s
28 January 2026
Geneva: Ambassador receives head of International Trade Centre
Ambassador Idris bin Abdulrahman Al-Khanjari, Permanent Representative of the Sultanate of Oman to the United Nations and International Organisations in Geneva, received Pamela Coke-Hamilton, Executive Director of the International Trade Centre. The meeting discussed aspects of cooperation within the framework of the agreement signed between the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, represented by “Oman Exports” and the International
22 January 2026
Oman welcomes US President’s efforts to consolidate ceasefire in Gaza
The Ministry also welcomes steps to implement the United Nations Security Council peace plan under Resolution No. 2803.
22 January 2026
Geneva: Oman at Review of Human Rights
The Sultanate of Oman took part in the Universal Periodic Review of human rights, held in Geneva, Switzerland. Oman’s delegation was headed by Dr Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Saeedi, Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs. In his address, Dr Abdullah said that all citizens and residents in the Sultanate of Oman enjoy a wide range of rights and freedoms. These







