MUSCAT: Shaikh Abdulmalik bin Abdullah al Khalili, Chairman of the State Council, on Monday received Xiao Jie, Vice-Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC) of China, and his accompanying delegation during their two-day visit to the Sultanate of Oman.
At the outset of the meeting, Shaikh Al Khalili welcomed the guest and his delegation, wishing them a pleasant stay. He highlighted the historical relations between Oman and China, expressing his aspiration to further develop bilateral ties across various fields and explore new avenues of cooperation under the wise leadership of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik.
The two sides reviewed bilateral relations and ways to enhance cooperation, in addition to exchanging views on regional and international issues of mutual interest.
The Chairman of the State Council outlined the council’s roles and responsibilities, including its efforts in studying key issues across various sectors, particularly in economic development in line with Oman Vision 2040. He emphasised the council’s contributions to advancing the nation’s development.
The Chinese official expressed his pleasure with the visit and his delegation’s eagerness to see further progress and prosperity in relations between the two nations.
The meeting was attended by the Deputy Chairman of the State Council, several members and the Ambassador of China to Oman.
Meanwhile, Tahir bin Mabkhout al Junaibi, Deputy Chairman of the Majlis Ash’shura, received at the Council’s headquarters today Xiao Jie, Vice-Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress of China, and his accompanying delegation. The Deputy Chairman praised the advanced relations between Oman and China, stressing the importance of further strengthening and expanding these ties to serve the mutual interests of both nations across various fields. — ONA
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