On October 3, 2026, Khalid bin Mana Al Kathiri, Deputy Head of Mission of the Sultanate of Oman to the Italian Republic, attended the inauguration ceremony of the Captains Regent of the Republic of San Marino, Gerardo Giovagnoli and William Casali, held at Palazzo Valloni in San Marino. The statement does not mention the specific date of the inauguration. He conveyed the greetings and congratulations of the leadership and Government of Oman to the Captains Regent on their election, along with best wishes to them and the people of San Marino for further progress and prosperity. This event represents a standard diplomatic engagement, as outlined in the statement. — the full statement has further detail.
Context
The visit by Al Kathiri aligns with Oman’s established diplomatic protocol, frequently undertaken during the inauguration of new government officials in sovereign states. The statement does not mention the significance of San Marino as a microstate within Italy, but the act of participation reinforces Oman’s commitment to maintaining relationships across the Mediterranean basin. The exchange of greetings between the Omani delegation and the newly elected Captains Regent is a customary diplomatic practice, focused on fostering goodwill and mutual respect. The statement does not address the broader implications of this engagement for Oman’s foreign policy.
