Muscat: President of the Transitional Sovereignty Council (TSC) and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, General Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan, arrived in Muscat, the capital of the Sultanate of Oman, on an official visit. He was welcomed at Al-Baraka Palace by His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, Sultan of Oman. The two leaders held an official session of talks focusing on the fraternal relations between Sudan and Oman and explored ways to enhance cooperation in various fields to serve mutual interests.
According to Sudan News Agency, the talks also addressed regional developments amid rising tensions and other issues of mutual concern, highlighting the importance of strengthening security and stability both regionally and internationally. General Al-Burhan reiterated Sudan's stance in support of the stability and sovereignty of Oman and the Gulf states, condemning Iranian attacks on Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
The TSC President expressed gratitude for the warm reception and hospitality, praising Oman's role in supporting Sudan and the strong historical ties between the two nations. He emphasized Sudan's commitment to strengthening joint cooperation to fulfill the aspirations of both peoples and thanked Oman for hosting Sudanese nationals who sought refuge due to war.
His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik welcomed the visit, appreciating the distinguished Sudanese-Omani relations and the historic bonds between the two peoples. He affirmed Oman's commitment to enhancing cooperation frameworks and exploring new avenues for bilateral engagement, acknowledging Sudan's support for Gulf stability and sovereignty.
Both leaders agreed on the importance of continued consultation and coordination in all fields to achieve the goals of their nations. The TSC President was accompanied by Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Mohi-Eddin Salim, Director of the General Intelligence Service General Ahmed Ibrahim Mufaddal, and Sudan's Ambassador to Oman, Ambassador Issam Awad Ahmed Metwally.