Muscat: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian of the Islamic Republic of Iran affirmed the positive and fruitful role undertaken by the private sector in both countries, expressing their hope that these activities would contribute to augmenting investments and trade exchange between them. They also expressed satisfaction with the level of political consultation and coordination between the two countries at various levels.
According to Oman News Agency, this was stated in the joint communique issued on the occasion of the official visit of President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the Sultanate of Oman on 27-28 May. The visit stems from the deep-rooted historical ties between the Sultanate of Oman and Iran, as well as between their friendly peoples. The visit aimed to strengthen bilateral relations and reaffirm the mutual respect and appreciation between the leaderships and peoples of both countries, which are grounded in the principles of religion, fraternity, and good neighborliness.
An official session of talks was held between His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian. They reviewed prospects for joint cooperation and bilateral relations, particularly in economic and investment cooperation across various fields, as well as coordination on matters that serve the interests of both countries and benefit their peoples. They expressed satisfaction with the existing level of cooperation and emphasized the need to further enhance it by exploring new avenues of economic partnership.
The two leaders appreciated the progress made by joint committees and directed the importance of holding regular meetings to strengthen bilateral cooperation in various fields. They welcomed the signing of several agreements to frame cooperation in the promotion and mutual protection of investments, legal and judicial cooperation, a preferential trade agreement, a framework agreement for joint cooperation, and several memoranda of understanding in other fields.
The two sides also welcomed the existing cooperation between Oman Post and the National Post of Iran, resulting in the issuance of a joint postage stamp celebrating the depth of bilateral relations and highlighting the efforts of both sides in promoting cultural diplomacy and fostering mutual understanding.
His Majesty the Sultan and the President of Iran discussed a number of regional and international issues of mutual concern, including the crisis in the Gaza Strip. They stressed the necessity of a complete and permanent ceasefire, ending the injustice against civilians, and halting the genocide committed by the Israeli occupation forces against the Palestinian people in Gaza and the rest of the Palestinian territories. They called on the international community to fulfill its responsibilities in providing relief aid and humanitarian supplies to the defenseless population across the Gaza Strip and expressed their firm rejection of any plans aimed at displacing or persecuting the Palestinian people.
The President of Iran expressed his country's deep appreciation for Oman's constructive role in facilitating ongoing indirect talks between Iran and the United States regarding the nuclear file. His Majesty the Sultan expressed hope that these talks would lead to the desired agreement between the two sides, fulfilling shared goals of enhancing regional and international security and peace, and bringing further prosperity and stability to the region.
The two sides emphasized the importance of intensifying efforts to ensure continued security and stability in the region and the world, as well as enhancing coordination and consultation in various regional and international forums on issues that serve global peace and stability. The President of Iran expressed his gratitude and appreciation to His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the government, and the people of Oman for their warm welcome and hospitality. He also extended an invitation to His Majesty the Sultan to visit Iran, which was graciously accepted by His Majesty.