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China and Oman Sign Commercial and Energy Accords During State Visit in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq in Beijing for a state visit on November 2, 2026. The two nations signed multiple commercial and energy agreements and issued a 20-point joint declaration prioritizing maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz. Beijing also reaffirmed its intent to enhance trade and energy collaboration across Gulf Cooperation Council members.

Published Source: CNA
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Chinese President Xi Jinping received Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on November 2, 2026, marking a formal state visit between the two nations.

Following bilateral talks, both leaders attended a signing ceremony covering multiple commercial and energy agreements. A 20-point joint declaration issued by the two governments highlighted the necessity of securing safe and unimpeded navigation through the Strait of Hormuz to safeguard regional shipping channels.

President Xi stated that China is prepared to deepen economic synergy with Gulf Cooperation Council member states in the fields of trade and energy. Concurrently, China's foreign ministry announced parallel diplomatic missions to Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Iran aimed at supporting regional stability and supply line security.

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  • CNA · 2026-11-02

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