MUSCAT: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik returned home after concluding his three-day state visit to Netherlands.

During his visit, His Majesty held meetings with King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands. His Majesty Sultan Haitham expressed gratitude for the warm reception and highlighted the deep historical and cultural ties that connect the two countries. “The Netherlands has a strong reputation in Oman for its commitment to open dialogue, its focus on peace, and its pursuit of global understanding. These values resonate deeply with us, as our two countries share a maritime past marked by openness and a love of exploration.”

His Majesty emphasised the strength of the Omani-Dutch partnership, particularly in trade, logistics, and green manufacturing. “The close relations and distinguished partnership between the Sultanate of Oman and the Kingdom of the Netherlands are based on a shared history in maritime navigation and trade… This cooperation has resulted in the development of innovative projects that advance our common goals and interests in the logistics sector, trade, and green manufacturing, benefiting from the advanced expertise of both countries,” His Majesty explained.

Highlighting the growing ties in education and innovation, His Majesty noted the increasing number of Omani students studying in the Netherlands and expressed hope for further academic exchange. He also acknowledged the Netherlands’ role in supporting Oman’s transition toward renewable energy.

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