Friday 20 / February / 2026
Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman participated today as an observer in the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace, at the invitation of the President Donald Trump of the United States of America. The meeting was held in the US capital, Washington.
The Sultanate of Oman’s delegation was headed by the Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister.
The meeting witnessed the participation of a number of presidents of states, heads of government, and senior officials from member states, alongside representatives from invited nations attending as observers.
During the meeting, participants reviewed the general vision for the Board’s work and its action plan for the upcoming phase, particularly concerning the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip. Several participating parties announced voluntary financial and in-kind contributions to support humanitarian recovery efforts and facilitate the safe return of life for the population.
Oman's participation aligns with its steadfast approach of supporting endeavors to achieve peace through dialogue, upholding the right to self-determination, and adhering to international law and United Nations resolutions. This includes advocating for the two-state solution and the establishment of an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital, thereby ensuring sustainable security and stability for all peoples of the region.
