LONDON : His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik held talks with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London on Thursday, reviewing bilateral relations and discussing efforts to ease regional tensions, ensure maritime security and advance diplomatic solutions to ongoing conflicts.
According to Oman TV, the meeting highlighted the historic ties between Oman and the United Kingdom and explored ways to further strengthen their strategic partnership across multiple sectors to serve shared interests and create broader opportunities for cooperation and economic growth.
The two leaders also exchanged views on developments in the Middle East, focusing on measures to de-escalate tensions and support ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at restoring stability in the region.
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Discussions covered the importance of safeguarding freedom of navigation and ensuring the safe passage of commercial shipping through Gulf waterways, amid continued international attention on maritime security and global trade routes.
The meeting further addressed efforts to reach lasting agreements on key regional issues, particularly the Iranian nuclear file. Both sides underscored the importance of dialogue, peaceful coexistence and constructive cooperation among regional countries to preserve stability and promote long-term security and prosperity.
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