Chinese Premier Li Qiang met with Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman in Beijing to advance bilateral and regional economic ties. Premier Li called for accelerating negotiations to reach an early conclusion of the China-Gulf Cooperation Council free trade agreement. Discussions also covered strategic alignment across oil, gas, clean energy, and advanced technology sectors.
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.
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik Al Said of Oman in Beijing during a state visit. The leaders discussed expanding energy partnerships, supply chains, and mutual trade channels. Discussions also focused on aligning GCC economic diversification strategies with the Belt and Road Initiative, including port and transport infrastructure.
Chinese President Xi Jinping met Omani Sultan Haitham bin Tarik in Beijing on November 2, 2026, marking the first Omani state visit to China in 48 years. China emphasized strengthening strategic synergy with Gulf Cooperation Council partners in energy and investment. Both leaders also called for safeguarding maritime navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
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