His Majesty to visit Spain
Muscat: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik will pay a state visit to the Kingdom of Spain on Tuesday.
The statement issued by the Diwan of Royal Court today stated: "To consolidate the bonds of friendship between the Sultanate of Oman and the Kingdom of Spain, enhance cooperation and make them more comprehensive, His Majesty the Sultan will pay a state visit to the Kingdom of Spain from the 20 to 22 May 2025."
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