During his speech at the 81st session of the UN General Assembly held in New York, the Sultanate of Oman reaffirmed its commitment to peaceful and consensual solutions for resolving disputes. His Excellency Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, the Foreign Minister of Oman, emphasized the importance of dialogue as a key tool for reducing tensions and building trust among countries.
The Necessity of Dialogue and Respect for National Sovereignty
The Foreign Minister of Oman stated: "Dialogue is the true value that can bring us closer together and is the best way to resolve disputes and create understandings." He also stressed the necessity of refraining from the use of force and interference in the internal affairs of countries, saying: "Respect for the sovereignty and independence of countries must be upheld in international relations."
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He added that utilizing common principles and values can help create stability and security globally and, on the other hand, bring about economic and social development solutions for nations.
Emphasis on Security in the Gulf and the Yemen Crisis
His Excellency Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi further referred to the recent crises in the region, stating: "This year we witnessed a war that could have been prevented, and these crises have threatened the security of regional countries and negatively impacted trade and energy flow." He also expressed support for diplomatic efforts to maintain maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz and called on all parties to work together in this regard.
The Foreign Minister of Oman also reaffirmed his country's commitment to resolving the Yemen crisis, saying: "The government of Oman is seeking to find a political solution to this crisis that helps preserve the unity and stability of Yemen. We urge all parties involved to cooperate in reaching a sustainable agreement."
In this regard, Oman will continue to support the rights of the Yemeni people and strive for a fair settlement in this crisis.
He concluded by mentioning Israel's actions towards Arab countries and the violation of Palestinian rights, emphasizing the necessity of addressing the legitimate rights of Palestinians. Additionally, Oman has recently introduced the "Muscat Initiative" to combat hate speech and crimes against humanity.
The Sultanate of Oman plans to hold an event in Muscat in November this year to commemorate the International Day for Tolerance and reaffirm its commitment to sustainable development and its goals. Oman is also seeking to achieve a low-carbon economy by 2050 and emphasizes the importance of women's participation in the development process.
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