HM the Sultan arrives in Belgium

Brussels: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik arrived in Brussels on Monday evening, on a three-day state visit to the Kingdom of Belgium.

When the Royal Airplane entered the Belgian airspace, it was escorted by two military aircrafts, in a manifestation of warm welcome for His Majesty the Sultan.

Upon the arrival of His Majesty the Sultan at Brussels Military Airport (Melsbroek Air Base), a welcoming musical piece was played as he descended the ramp.

At the foot of the ramp, His Majesty the Sultan was received by Tinne Van der Straeten, Minister of Energy, some Belgian officials and members of the Omani embassy in the Kingdom of Belgium.

After that, His Majesty the Sultan proceeded, passing between two rows of the Belgian Royal Guard of Honour.

Then, His Majesty the Sultan shook hands with senior Belgian officials and military personnel who welcomed him and his accompanying delegation, wishing them a pleasant stay.

After that, the motorcade of His Majesty the Sultan, surrounded by a group of motorcycles, left Brussels Military Airport heading to his venue of residence in the Royal Castle of Laeken.