Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman affirmed its firm position of peaceful coexistence, and the importance of encouraging constructive dialogue between countries and resolving differences through talks, as tolerance and dialogue are rooted in the values and principles of Omani society.
The Foreign Minister, Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al-Busaidi, participated via video conference on Saturday, in the 6th edition of the Indian Ocean Conference, in the Bangladeshi capital, Dhaka under the slogan “Peace, Prosperity and Partnership for a Resilient Future in the Indian Ocean Region.”
In his speech, the Foreign Minister also referred to the importance of economic prosperity by ensuring the resilience of the Indian Ocean region, the need for sustainable economic development and investment in key sectors, and the promotion of active trade partnerships between countries.
He also called for the importance of respecting international law and constructive cooperation to face the challenges facing the Indian Ocean region.
It is worth noting that the Indian Ocean Conference, which is held annually, is an important platform that brings together policy makers, diplomats, scholars and experts from all over the world to discuss major issues affecting the Indian Ocean region, with the aim of promoting peace, stability and prosperity in the region.