Oman and China signed new agreements to strengthen trade ties. Sultan Haitham bin Tariq met with President Xi Jinping in Beijing to discuss cooperation.
Omani authorities rescued 25 crew members from a burning crude oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. All individuals were safely evacuated from the ship.
Oman has delayed high-level discussions between Iran and Gulf nations regarding the Strait of Hormuz, citing a need to foster greater consensus among participants.
Diplomatic efforts to stabilize the Strait of Hormuz have been paused following a deadly attack on a cargo ship and deep-seated disagreements over maritime management.
Bahrain has formally declined an invitation to discuss the future of the Strait of Hormuz with Iran, citing a refusal to engage while diplomatic ties remain severed.
Iran is set to lead regional discussions in Oman this Monday to address the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a move aimed at stabilizing global energy supplies.