Minister participates in the ministerial meeting between the GCC and France

Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi took part in the joint ministerial meeting between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the French Republic, held on the margins of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

In his remarks, Sayyid Badr reaffirmed the deep and longstanding friendship between Oman and France. He said it rests on trust, pragmatism and mutual respect. He noted clear growth in recent years in the economy, trade and cultural exchange and called for building on this momentum to strengthen joint GCC–French cooperation to serve mutual interests.

The Minister addressed the Palestinian cause as an urgent priority. He welcomed the role of France and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in their joint chairing of the summit on the two-state solution. He said restoring confidence in the peace process requires concrete steps that end the cycle of violence, protect civilians and offer a credible political horizon that guarantees the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination and to establish their independent state.

Sayyid Badr conveyed Oman’s appreciation for France’s recognition of the Palestinians’ right to establish their independent state. He urged the international community to confront the grave violations committed by the Israeli government against Palestinians and said a just and lasting peace depends on constructive dialogue that addresses legitimate concerns and builds mutual trust.

He explained that Oman and the GCC have long worked to keep channels of communication open, reduce tensions and avoid confrontation, whether on nuclear non-proliferation, maritime security or regional conflicts.

He concluded that the GCC–French partnership matters most when it translates into practical steps and tangible results. The Minister noted that the most pressing challenge today is the injustice and suffering facing the Palestinian people and the serious implications for the region’s security and stability.

This is an unofficial English version of an Arabic report. To view the official Arabic text, click here.