The Minister for Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation, José Manuel Albares, today, Tuesday 4 November, met with his Omani counterpart, Badr Albusaidi, to discuss matters of mutual interest and further deepen bilateral relations.
This meeting takes place within the framework of the State visit of Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said of Oman. It is the second State visit from the Sultanate of Oman to Spain, following that of Sultan Qaboos in 1989. For minister Albares, it is also the second meeting with his counterpart, following the meeting held on the sidelines of the United Nations High-Level Week in 2024.
During the meeting, they discussed the potential for developing the bilateral relationship, particularly the economic opportunities that Oman has to offer for Spain.
Albares praised Oman’s significant efforts to ensure peace and stability in the region, as well as its mediating role between the United States and Iran. He emphasised the need to continue working together, through the Global Alliance, to consolidate the ceasefire in Gaza, lay the foundations for the future of Palestine, and continue advancing the implementation of a two-State solution.
Cooperation agreements
During the State visit, six memorandums of understanding will be signed to promote cooperation in various areas, including transport and infrastructure; agriculture, livestock, and food security; culture and sport; clean energy transition; water resources management and protection; and investment. In addition, a treaty on reciprocal visa exemptions for diplomatic, special and service passports will be established.
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