May 13, 2026 – Muscat, Sultanate of Oman – Global Affairs Canada

“His Excellency Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister of the Sultanate of Oman, welcomed the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada in Muscat on May 13, 2026, for the first official visit of a Canadian foreign minister in over ten years. The visit highlighted the positive trajectory of bilateral relations over the last 50 years and reaffirmed a shared commitment to regional peace and stability.

“The Ministers committed to elevating the partnership and signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Political Consultations to formally establish a regular bilateral dialogue. In particular, they agreed to advance bilateral engagement, including in trade, energy, critical minerals, higher education, tourism and people-to-people ties. They noted that bilateral trade reached CAD $222 million in 2025 and highlighted the strong potential for further economic growth. 

“The Ministers exchanged views on the conflict in the region and emphasized the importance of protecting civilian lives, supporting deescalation efforts, as well as freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Minister Anand acknowledged Oman’s longstanding contributions to regional diplomacy. The Ministers reaffirmed their shared commitment to international law, including respect for state sovereignty and territorial integrity. 

“Minister Anand expressed her sincere appreciation for the warm welcome and generous hospitality extended by the Government of the Sultanate of Oman, reaffirming Canada’s commitment to building a substantive and future-oriented partnership with Oman.”