Sultan and Prime Minister of Oman since 2020
Oman has chosen a path of diplomacy in a turbulent region, with a state visit to Britain highlighting constructive neutrality and renewed investment talks. King Charles has praised Oman’s peacemaking role as the Sultan meets UK leaders to discuss security, trade and energy collaboration.
China has intensified shuttle diplomacy in the Middle East, sending envoys to Iran, Saudi Arabia, Oman and the Horn of Africa. Beijing seeks talks to de-escalate conflicts, maintain regional peace, and safeguard its energy interests amid US-Iran tensions and shifting Gulf dynamics.
Oman and China have deepened strategic cooperation during Sultan Haitham’s visit to Beijing, signing 14 memorandums of understanding on BeiDou navigation, central bank digital currencies, digital economy and supply chains. Beijing and Muscat pledge to strengthen dialogue and multilateral cooperation as Oman seeks to diversify its economy under Vision 2040.