Oman Takes Part in 166th Arab League Ministerial Session in Cairo

Cairo: The Sultanate of Oman participated in the 166th regular session of the Council of the Arab League at the foreign ministers' level, held at the Arab League's headquarters in Cairo today under the presidency of Tunisia. The Omani delegation was led by Sheikh Khalifa bin Ali Al Harthy, Undersecretary of the Foreign Ministry for Political Affairs, and included Abdullah bin Nasser Al Rahbi, Oman's Permanent Representative to the Arab League, along with several ministry officials. According to Oman News Agency, the Council reviewed an array of priority political, security, and economic issues. This included the latest developments in the Palestinian cause and the rapidly evolving situation in the region, along with their implications for the security and stability of Arab states and peoples. The ministers emphasized the importance of strengthening joint Arab action to contain current developments, prevent further escalation, and avert a wider confrontation. The aim is to preserve the security, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of Arab states, and to limit the political, economic, and humanitarian fallout of tension and escalation. The Council reaffirmed the centrality of the Palestinian cause in joint Arab action. It stressed the need to sustain Arab and international efforts to halt aggression against the Palestinian people, protect civilians, ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid, and support the establishment of an independent Palestinian state on the borders of 4 June 1967, with East Al Quds (Jerusalem) as its capital, in line with international resolutions and the two-state solution. Additionally, the Council addressed other Arab issues and developments, highlighting the importance of respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states, non-interference in internal affairs, and the peaceful resolution of disputes through dialogue. It emphasized the strengthening of regional security and stability. The Council discussed draft resolutions and recommendations submitted by the League Counc il at the permanent delegates' level, which had been considered during preparatory meetings. Several resolutions were adopted on political, security, economic, and social matters, reinforcing mechanisms for joint Arab action. Oman's participation underscores its commitment to supporting joint Arab action, enhancing consultation and coordination among Arab states, and contributing to efforts to uphold security and stability. Oman aims to resolve crises through peaceful means and dialogue, serving the interests of Arab peoples and strengthening regional and international peace and security.