MUSCAT: HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defense Affairs, returned to Muscat on Monday evening following his leadership of the Sultanate of Oman’s delegation at the Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit held in Doha, Qatar. The summit brought together leaders from across the Arab and Islamic world to discuss pressing regional issues, security challenges, and cooperative measures aimed at promoting stability and mutual understanding. HH Sayyid Shihab’s participation underscored Oman’s active engagement and constructive role in regional diplomacy and conflict resolution.
Accompanying HH Sayyid Shihab was an official delegation comprising key ministers and representatives, including Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Minister of Foreign Affairs; Sultan bin Salim Al Habsi, Minister of Finance; Dr. Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Sa’eedi, Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs; Dr. Abdullah bin Nasser Al Harrasi, Minister of Information; and Sayyid Ammar bin Abdullah Al Busaidi, Ambassador of Oman to Qatar. The composition of the delegation highlighted the Sultanate’s holistic approach to foreign relations, combining political, financial, legal, and informational perspectives to contribute effectively to summit deliberations.
During the summit, Oman’s delegation engaged in detailed discussions on matters of regional security, economic cooperation, and the humanitarian challenges facing the Arab and Islamic world. The summit provided a platform for exchange of views and coordination on collective strategies to strengthen regional stability and address ongoing conflicts. HH Sayyid Shihab and the delegation emphasized Oman’s continued commitment to promoting dialogue, mediation, and peaceful resolutions, reflecting the Sultanate’s long-standing diplomatic philosophy of balance, neutrality, and constructive engagement.
Upon returning to Muscat, HH Sayyid Shihab and the delegation were received by senior officials, marking the conclusion of a productive mission. The visit reinforced Oman’s strong bilateral relations with Qatar and reaffirmed its role as a mediator and partner in regional security and development initiatives. Insights gained from the summit are expected to inform ongoing policies and collaborative efforts, ensuring that Oman continues to contribute positively to the stability and progress of the Arab-Islamic region.
