As set out in a formal announcement, His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik departed the friendly country of Brunei Darussalam on 4 November 2026 following the conclusion of a three-day state visit. The statement does not mention the specific outcomes of the visit, but highlights the diplomatic exchange that occurred. His Majesty was bid farewell by His Royal Highness Prince Al Muhtadee Billah, Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office, accompanied by senior Bruneian officials; Erma Said Alkathiry, Oman’s Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam; and members of the Omani Embassy in Brunei. This departure follows a similar pattern observed during previous state visits, as documented in earlier statements by the ministry. (See: https://www.fm.gov.om/en/63296/, https://www.fm.gov.om/en/63438/ ). The statement does not address the nature of the discussions held during the visit. The statement does not mention any agreements reached.
Context
The departure of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik from Brunei Darussalam represents a routine concluding step in a diplomatic engagement. The visit, lasting three days, underscores Oman’s continued prioritization of bilateral relations with key regional partners. The statement focuses on the protocol of the departure – the official farewells – rather than detailing the content of the meetings or the strategic significance of the relationship. This aligns with the ministry’s established practice of announcing departures following state visits, a standard diplomatic procedure. The inclusion of Ambassador Alkathiry in the farewell party reinforces Oman’s commitment to maintaining consistent diplomatic representation in Brunei. The statement does not mention any specific changes in the bilateral relationship. The ministry’s previous statements regarding visits to China and Kazakhstan (https://www.fm.gov.om/en/63296/, https://www.fm.gov.om/en/59203/) demonstrate a consistent approach to announcing such engagements, prioritizing the logistical details over substantive outcomes.
