MUSCAT: An official reception was hosted at Al Alam Palace to honor President Alexander Lukashenko of Belarus during his visit to the Sultanate of Oman. His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik personally welcomed President Lukashenko and extended a warm greeting to the Belarusian delegation accompanying him. The atmosphere was filled with mutual respect as the two leaders exchanged pleasantries, marking the significance of this diplomatic visit.
During the reception, President Lukashenko met with senior Omani officials who had gathered to greet him, strengthening the diplomatic ties between the two nations. Following the welcoming exchange, His Majesty escorted the President to the podium of honor. In a moment of ceremony, the national anthem of Belarus was played to pay tribute to the visiting leader, and a 21-gun salute was fired, an age-old tradition to recognize the importance of the visit.
Earlier in the day, an honor guard had lined the pathway leading to Al Alam Palace, adding an extra sense of ceremony and significance to the occasion. The honor guard’s presence highlighted the level of respect and esteem that Oman holds for the Belarusian leader. Upon arrival at the palace courtyard, Sultan Haitham expressed his pleasure in receiving President Lukashenko, emphasizing the importance of the visit in further strengthening the relationship between Oman and Belarus.
In his remarks, His Majesty Sultan Haitham conveyed his best wishes for a fruitful and successful visit. He expressed his hope that the visit would lay the groundwork for deeper cooperation and partnership between the two nations, particularly in areas of mutual interest. The reception at Al Alam Palace marked the beginning of an important chapter in bilateral relations, with both countries looking forward to strengthening their collaboration for the benefit of their peoples and the broader region.
