Blitz Bureau
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Muscat and will hold comprehensive talks with Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tariq on December 18, focusing on the full spectrum of bilateral relations.
Discussions are expected to cover key areas including trade and investment, energy cooperation, defence and security, technology, agriculture, and cultural exchanges. The two leaders will also exchange views on regional and global issues of mutual interest.
PM Modi is also expected to address business leaders from both countries at a business forum, aimed at strengthening commercial and investment partnerships. Earlier he arrived in Muscat for the third and final leg of his three-nation visit. Upon his arrival, Oman’s Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs, Sayyid Shihab bin Tariq Al Said, warmly received PM Modi at the airport.
The two leaders warmly greeted each other at the airport. A Guard of Honour was accorded to PM Modi as part of the ceremonial welcome. Later, PM Modi received a warm welcome from members of the Indian community at the hotel in Muscat, with hundreds of people carrying Indian flags, chanting “Modi Modi”, “Bharat Mata ki Jai” and “Vande Mataram” as they enthusiastically welcomed the Indian PM. He greeted and interacted with several members of the Indian community who had gathered in large numbers to welcome him. He also witnessed several cultural performances during the welcome ceremony. This is PM Modi’s second visit to Oman, underscoring the growing depth of the India-Oman strategic partnership.
The visit assumes special significance as it coincides with the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between India and Oman. It also follows Sultan Haitham bin Tariq’s state visit to India in December 2023, reflecting the high-level political engagement between the two countries.
