New Sultan Of Oman To Follow Footsteps Of Late Sultan

 Haitham bin Tariq al-Said

MUSCAT, Jan 12 (NNN-ONA) – New Sultan of Oman, Haitham bin Tariq al-Said, said, he will follow the steps and approach of the late Sultan Qaboos bin Said, and will complete the progress achieved in the Omani renaissance process.

He stressed that, he will pursue a policy of distancing the region from conflicts and disputes, achieving economic integration, and supporting the Arab League and cooperation with brother countries to achieve its goals.

The remarks came in his speech to the Omani people, which was broadcast by the Omani state-run TV, following his inauguration ceremony as the new Sultan of Oman.

In his speech, the new sultan emphasised the support of the armed forces and security services.

Haitham bin Tariq al-Said was chosen on Saturday, as Sultan of Oman, to succeed the late sultan, who passed away on Friday evening, at the age of 79, after a period of rule for almost half a century.