Happy birthday, Your Majesty!
His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik is celebrating his 66th birthday on October 11.
His Majesty the Sultan has been hailed for his pragmatic approach in leading the nation.
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His Majesty’s assumption of power, in January 2020, came at a critical moment in the sultanate’s history. He took over the reins when large parts of the world, including the Arab region, faced challenges on multiple fronts: political, economic, social and health.
His Majesty opted for a path of modernization and change without delay, introducing reforms to fulfil the hopes and aspirations of the Omani people while taking measures to preserve the stability and security of the country. His Majesty’s wise leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic helped the country recover from the crisis.
His Majesty who graduated from the Oxford University in 1979 served in several positions in including the head of a committee that forged the country’s vision for 2040. He also served as the Minister of Heritage and Culture from 2002 until January 2020.
In his opening address to nation, His Majesty said: “The least we hope for is to follow in his [late HM Sultan Qaboos] footsteps and remain guided by his wisdom into the future, and preserve … the achievements he made.”
The Arabian Stories team wishes His Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik, a happy birthday.
