Omani Foreign Minister underscores commitment to dialogue as tool for regional stability

Manama, Nov. 1 (BNA):  Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Minister of Foreign Affairs for the Sultanate of Oman, reaffirmed his country’s commitment to dialogue as a tool for regional stability and prosperity.

In a statement to the Bahrain News Agency (BNA) during the Manama Dialogue hosted by the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), the Minister said:  "We are always a strong advocate for dialogue with everybody, because we believe in the power of dialogue to forge friendship, understanding, mutual respect, and prosperity."

He added:  "With dialogue, we are able to understand each other better and cultivate opportunities for the benefit of everybody.  It’s a win-win kind of approach."

Al Busaidi also praised the IISS platform for facilitating collaboration among Gulf states and international partners.  "IISS provides a good platform for people to share perspectives, exchange views, and identify gaps we can better address for everyone’s interest," he said.  "We are fortunate to have their commitment to peace, security, and stability in our region, and I can only encourage them to do more."