Oman and South Africa Discuss Regional Developments, Stress Diplomatic Efforts for De-escalation
Muscat, The Gulf Observer: Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister of the Sultanate of Oman, received a telephone call from Ronald Lamola, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of the Republic of South Africa, during which the two sides discussed bilateral relations and regional developments.
During the conversation, the two ministers reaffirmed the friendly relations and cooperation between Oman and South Africa. They also exchanged views on several issues of mutual interest, particularly the evolving situations in the Middle East and the Gulf region.
Both ministers emphasized the importance of supporting diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalation and preventing further tensions. They also highlighted the need to strengthen regional cooperation among countries in the region to promote mutual understanding and achieve sustainable solutions to ongoing issues and conflicts.
The two sides underscored that such efforts should be guided by the principles of international law, respect for state sovereignty, and non-interference in the internal affairs of other countries.
They further stressed the importance of promoting regional stability and security, safeguarding common interests, and ensuring the security of supply lines and maritime navigation.
