{"id":49914,"date":"2026-06-29T19:55:57","date_gmt":"2026-06-29T19:55:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fm.gov.om\/49914\/"},"modified":"2026-07-14T16:28:13","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T16:28:13","slug":"%d9%83%d9%84%d9%85%d8%a9-%d8%b5%d8%a7%d8%ad%d8%a8-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b7%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b9%d8%b8%d9%85-%d8%a3%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%85","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fm.gov.om\/en\/49914\/","title":{"rendered":"His Majesty addresses UNESCO"},"content":{"rendered":"

The following is the full text of the address delivered by His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik<\/a> to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)<\/a>, on the sidelines of his official visit to the French Republic:<\/p>\n

\u201cPeace, mercy and blessings of Allah be upon you.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is our great honour to convey our sincere gratitude for the gracious welcome extended to us here at the headquarters of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation, and for the heartfelt sentiments expressed by His Excellency the Director-General in his address \u2014 sentiments that eloquently attest to the depth of the historical ties binding the Sultanate of Oman and UNESCO.<\/p>\n

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\u201cWe deem it a great honour to stand today within these venerable halls of an organisation that, throughout its illustrious history, has stood as one of the foremost pillars of global peace and a bridge-builder between civilisations, in faithful pursuit of its noble mission to serve all of humanity across the diverse domains of its endeavour.<\/p>\n

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\u201cThis visit embodies the abiding approach of the Sultanate of Oman in upholding the international system, reinforcing the Organisation\u2019s role in advancing shared human principles and values, affirming strategic partnership with the international community in promoting intercultural dialogue, entrenching a culture of understanding and coexistence, and advancing the pathways of sustainable development in service of the stability and prosperity of nations.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Sultanate of Oman has steadfastly contributed to supporting UNESCO\u2019s mission and objectives since its accession to the Organisation in 1972, guided by its conviction that the safeguarding of heritage, the advancement of knowledge, and investment in human capital are fundamental pillars for building the future.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis commitment is reflected in our nation\u2019s preservation of its civilisational legacy, the inscription of a number of its cultural and natural sites on the World Heritage List, and the inclusion of several Omani personalities and historical events in the programme commemorating the 50th or 100th anniversaries of globally influential figures and events \u2014 a testament to the contribution of Omani civilisation to the human journey.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn furtherance of the Sultanate of Oman\u2019s dedication to safeguarding living heritage as a shared human memory and a bridge for dialogue and understanding among peoples, we are pleased to announce today the launch of the UNESCO\u2011Sultan Haitham Prize for Intangible Cultural Heritage<\/a>, which will honour the efforts of institutions, organisations, centres, scientific and cultural institutes, and governmental and non\u2011governmental bodies working in the field of intangible cultural heritage.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis initiative builds upon our continued support for environmental conservation efforts, scientific research, and the advancement of knowledge through the hosting of UNESCO\u2011affiliated Chairs.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe further affirm the pivotal role of UNESCO in leading global efforts to achieve quality and inclusive education, empowering youth to contribute actively to development, entrenching the values of dialogue and understanding, encouraging their creative initiatives, and strengthening their role in leading community action.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn a world witnessing rapid and far\u2011reaching transformations, the policies of the Sultanate of Oman align with UNESCO\u2019s efforts to establish ethical frameworks for artificial intelligence that safeguard human rights and dignity in the digital age, while simultaneously promoting media and information literacy to build more aware and cohesive societies.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Sultanate of Oman firmly believes that addressing climate change is a collective responsibility requiring effective international partnerships and innovative solutions that balance development needs with environmental protection. Guided by this approach, our nation continues its efforts to achieve carbon neutrality through the expansion of renewable energy and green hydrogen projects, enhancing resource efficiency, and supporting innovation in clean technologies.<\/p>\n

\u201cStrengthening coexistence among religions and cultures has become a strategic imperative for achieving international security and peace.<\/p>\n

\u201cFrom this perspective, entrenching a culture of mutual respect, acceptance of the other, tolerance, openness to human diversity, and dialogue, assumes central importance as the optimal path towards building a more stable and humane world \u2014 one governed by justice, where coexistence flourishes, and the values of sustainable peace are firmly rooted.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs we follow with keen interest the efforts of UNESCO in advancing its institutional performance, and enhancing its efficiency and effectiveness, we commend its ongoing endeavours in support of its core priorities that touch the present and future of humanity. We reaffirm the Sultanate of Oman\u2019s unwavering commitment to supporting UNESCO\u2019s noble mission, which aligns with\u00a0Oman Vision 2040<\/a>,\u00a0and to working alongside the international community to strengthen the Organisation\u2019s pivotal role in the fields of education, science, culture, and communication, thereby contributing to the consolidation of the foundations of sustainable peace, the advancement of the values of tolerance and understanding, and the support of development and human prosperity in a more balanced, just, and stable world.<\/p>\n

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\u201cWe express our profound pride in this esteemed international organisation, and extend our gratitude to His Excellency the Director\u2011General and all those who work within it for their dedicated efforts in serving humanity.<\/p>\n

We wish the Organisation continued success in fulfilling its mission and in sustaining its contributions to building a brighter future for all humanity.\u201d<\/p>\n

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