Oman Sultan Begins Landmark Two-Day China Visit
Crhk · 3 SOURCES1 day ago4 MIN
Summary
Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said (海賽姆) arrived in Beijing on Sunday, November 1, for a two-day state visit to China. The visit comes at the invitation of President Xi Jinping and includes talks between the two leaders, as well as a meeting with Premier Li Qiang. Chinese officials have described the trip as Sultan Haitham's first visit to China since succeeding to the throne in 2020, and the first visit to China by an Omani head of state since the two countries established diplomatic relations 48 years ago. Beijing says it hopes to use the visit to advance the China-Oman strategic partnership.
Key Points
- Sultan Haitham is visiting China from Sunday to Monday, with his arrival in Beijing reported on November 1 for a two-day state visit.
- The trip is being made at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, who is due to hold talks with the Omani ruler
- During the visit, Sultan Haitham is also scheduled to meet Premier Li Qiang, according to China's foreign ministry announcement
- Chinese officials said this is Sultan Haitham's first visit to China since he succeeded to the throne in 2020.
- It is also the first visit to China by an Omani head of state in the 48 years since bilateral diplomatic ties were established.
Why It Matters
For Hong Kong readers, the visit is a reminder of Beijing's continued focus on ties with Gulf states and on expanding strategic partnerships in the wider Middle East. The official language from China's foreign ministry points to an effort to deepen political trust, practical cooperation and communication on regional affairs with Oman