MUSCAT : His Majesty the Sultan welcomed the Lebanese President and his accompanying delegation, expressing Oman’s appreciation for the historic ties between the two brotherly nations. President Aoun conveyed his sincere gratitude for the warm reception and generous hospitality extended by His Majesty.

The session focused on unlocking new horizons for collaboration in commercial, industrial, agricultural, and tourism sectors. Both leaders emphasised the importance of fostering partnerships and investments that would mutually benefit the two countries. Discussions also touched on current political developments in the region, with both sides reaffirming their shared interest in supporting security, peace, and stability.

The meeting saw the participation of several high-ranking officials. From the Omani side, attendees included His Highness Sayyid Asaad bin Tariq Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for International Relations and Cooperation and Special Representative of His Majesty; His Highness Sayyid Shihab bin Tariq Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defense Affairs; His Highness Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said, Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth; and a distinguished group of ministers and senior officials representing the Royal Court, Interior, Foreign Affairs, Finance, Labour, and the Royal Office.

Representing Lebanon were His Excellency Ambassador Youssef Raji, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants; His Excellency Major General Michel Mansi, Minister of National Defense; His Excellency Brigadier General Ahmed Hajjar, Minister of Interior; His Excellency Nizar Hani, Minister of Agriculture; His Excellency Dr. Rakan Nasser El-Din, Minister of Public Health; and Brigadier General Andre Rahal, personal advisor to the President.

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