President General Joseph Aoun, President of the Lebanese Republic, and his accompanying delegation left the Sultanate of Oman after a two-day official visit.

His Highness Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs, led the farewells at the Royal Airport, wishing the President a safe return to his country.

President Aoun was accompanied by an official delegation comprising: Youssef Raggi, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants; Major General Michel Mansi, Minister of National Defence; Ahmed Al-Hajjar, Minister of Interior; Nizar Hani, Minister of Agriculture; Dr Rakan Nasser El-Din, Minister of Public Health; and Brigadier General André Rahal, Adviser to the President.

The President, sent a message of thanks and appreciation to His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik upon his departure. He conveyed his sincere gratitude to His Majesty for the warm welcome, generous hospitality and gracious reception.

He described the visit as a valuable opportunity to strengthen the deep historical friendship between the two countries and to discuss ways to advance bilateral cooperation across various fields in a manner that serves the interests of both peoples.

He characterised his meetings and discussions with His Majesty as constructive and fruitful and said they reflect His Majesty’s commitment to supporting the close relations between the two countries and expanding joint cooperation.

He also expressed his deep appreciation to the Omani people for their hospitality and welcome which reflect the depth of the bonds between the two nations. He wished His Majesty continued health and well-being and success in advancing the progress and prosperity of the Sultanate of Oman and its people.

This is an unofficial English version of an Arabic report. To view the official Arabic text, click here.