• An Omani man outside the Royal Opera House Muscat, which is lit up with the national colours on the occasion of the Omani national day. AFP
    An Omani man outside the Royal Opera House Muscat, which is lit up with the national colours on the occasion of the Omani national day. AFP
  • Fireworks light the sky at Midan Al Fath stadium in Muscat on the third day of celebrations marking 40 years since Omani ruler Sultan Qaboos took the throne on December 1, 2010. AFP
    Fireworks light the sky at Midan Al Fath stadium in Muscat on the third day of celebrations marking 40 years since Omani ruler Sultan Qaboos took the throne on December 1, 2010. AFP
  • Soldiers parade on the third day of celebrations in Muscat marking 40 years since Omani ruler Sultan Qaboos came to power on December 1, 2010. AFP
    Soldiers parade on the third day of celebrations in Muscat marking 40 years since Omani ruler Sultan Qaboos came to power on December 1, 2010. AFP
  • An Omani child wearing a scarf featuring Oman's Sultan Haitham, right, and his predecessor the late Sultan Qaboos, celebrates near the Royal Opera House Muscat. AFP
    An Omani child wearing a scarf featuring Oman's Sultan Haitham, right, and his predecessor the late Sultan Qaboos, celebrates near the Royal Opera House Muscat. AFP
  • Bikers drive on a street in the Omani capital Muscat, on November 14, 2020, as part of the 50th National Day celebrations. AFP
    Bikers drive on a street in the Omani capital Muscat, on November 14, 2020, as part of the 50th National Day celebrations. AFP
  • Folk dance and traditional costume are an integral part of Oman's National Day celebrations. AFP
    Folk dance and traditional costume are an integral part of Oman's National Day celebrations. AFP
  • The Royal Opera House Muscat in Oman's capital is lit up with the national colours. AFP
    The Royal Opera House Muscat in Oman's capital is lit up with the national colours. AFP
  • Omani government and private landmarks such as Oman Arab Bank in Muscat are lit up with the national colours to mark the occasion. AFP
    Omani government and private landmarks such as Oman Arab Bank in Muscat are lit up with the national colours to mark the occasion. AFP
  • Soldiers parade during official celebrations of the National Day in Muscat in 2008. AFP
    Soldiers parade during official celebrations of the National Day in Muscat in 2008. AFP
  • The Omani Royal Equestrian and Cavalry horse-mounted band plays during ceremonies to mark the National Day in Muscat in 2008. EPA
    The Omani Royal Equestrian and Cavalry horse-mounted band plays during ceremonies to mark the National Day in Muscat in 2008. EPA
  • Indian residents of Oman visit the Royal Opera House Muscat in Oman's capital during the National Day holiday. AFP
    Indian residents of Oman visit the Royal Opera House Muscat in Oman's capital during the National Day holiday. AFP
  • Omani men queue for their turn to sign the world's biggest greeting card in one of Muscat's shopping centres during the National Day in 1998. AFP
    Omani men queue for their turn to sign the world's biggest greeting card in one of Muscat's shopping centres during the National Day in 1998. AFP
  • Bikers in the Omani capital of Muscat celebrate the National Day in 2020. AFP
    Bikers in the Omani capital of Muscat celebrate the National Day in 2020. AFP
  • Bikers celebrate in Oman's capital city of Muscat on the occasion of the National Day. AFP
    Bikers celebrate in Oman's capital city of Muscat on the occasion of the National Day. AFP
  • Omani capital Muscat gears up for National Day festivities in 2005. Getty Images
    Omani capital Muscat gears up for National Day festivities in 2005. Getty Images
  • Fireworks show in Oman's capital Muscat during the National Day celebrations in 2020. AFP
    Fireworks show in Oman's capital Muscat during the National Day celebrations in 2020. AFP

UAE leaders congratulate Oman on its 51st national day


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UAE leaders have congratulated Oman on the eve of the country's 51st national day.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, spoke about his support for the leadership and people of the neighbouring country in a post on Twitter, in which he wished for the nation's continued safety and stability.

The message was accompanied by a video highlighting the rich heritage of Oman.

The UAE and Oman enjoy long-standing cultural and economic ties.

Oman is one of the UAE's top 10 trading partners, with trade between the countries reaching Dh172 billion ($46.83bn) from 2017 to 2020.

"We congratulate the sisterly Sultanate of Oman, the leadership and people, on their 51st National Day," Sheikh Mohammed said.

"We congratulate my brother Sultan Haitham bin Tariq, may God protect him, on the blessed march of the glorious Omani renaissance. May God bless the people of Oman."

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, also wished the people of Oman.

"On Oman’s 51st National Day we join our Omani brothers and sisters in celebrating this joyous occasion. Today we share their happiness and ask God to bless the Sultanate with continued success and prosperity," Sheikh Mohamed tweeted.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Co-operation, held talks with Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Al Busaidi, last week.

The ministers highlighted the significant friendship between the two countries.

They discussed issues of common concern, as well as regional and global developments during their meeting at the Sir Bani Yas Forum in Abu Dhabi.

Sheikh Abdullah spoke about his desire for Oman to enjoy continued progress and prosperity under the leadership of Sultan Haitham.

Mr Al Busaidi stressed the importance of his country's links with the UAE and congratulated the Emirates on securing host status for the Cop28 global climate conference in 2023.

Things to do in Oman - in pictures

  • A traditional boat is moored next to a modern ship in the port of Mutrah in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
    A traditional boat is moored next to a modern ship in the port of Mutrah in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
  • A view of the Al-Alam palace in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
    A view of the Al-Alam palace in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
  • A view of the Mutrah castle in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
    A view of the Mutrah castle in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
  • A partial view of the seaside corniche in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
    A partial view of the seaside corniche in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
  • A view of the area of Haramil in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
    A view of the area of Haramil in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
  • A vendor wearing a face mask against the coronavirus sits in front of his shop at the Mutrah Souq in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
    A vendor wearing a face mask against the coronavirus sits in front of his shop at the Mutrah Souq in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
  • A vendor wearing a face mask against the coronavirus sells dates at the Mutrah Souq in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
    A vendor wearing a face mask against the coronavirus sells dates at the Mutrah Souq in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
  • A vendor wearing a face mask against the coronavirus sells fresh fish at the Mutrah Souq in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
    A vendor wearing a face mask against the coronavirus sells fresh fish at the Mutrah Souq in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
  • A vendor wearing a face mask against the coronavirus sells fresh fish at the Mutrah Souq in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
    A vendor wearing a face mask against the coronavirus sells fresh fish at the Mutrah Souq in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
  • A vendor wearing a face mask against the coronavirus sells fresh fish at the Mutrah Souq (Mutah market) in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
    A vendor wearing a face mask against the coronavirus sells fresh fish at the Mutrah Souq (Mutah market) in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
  • A vendor wearing a face mask against the coronavirus carries fresh fish to be sold at the Mutrah Souq in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP
    A vendor wearing a face mask against the coronavirus carries fresh fish to be sold at the Mutrah Souq in the Omani capital Muscat. AFP

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