Tuesday 18 / November / 2025
Muscat: The Ministry of Information organised an event titled "Extended Civilizational Heritage Between Oman and the World" on Tuesday at the National Museum, with the participation of 59 journalists representing 20 countries. This move aims to highlight the civilizational and historical depth of the Sultanate of Oman and focus on its established roles in supporting global trends and issues.
The event aimed to review Oman's historical journey and civilizational achievements, and introduce the authentic values that distinguish the Omani character, confirming the country's stability and its effective contributions to promoting joint initiatives and building bridges of communication with its regional and international surroundings.
The event included a dialogue session covering several themes, namely historical diplomatic relations, maritime heritage and the logistics sector, openness to the world and civilizational, commercial, and cultural communication, historical trade relations, the symbolism and connotations of the Sultanate of Oman’s promotional identity and investment in archaeological sites in the Sultanate of Oman and Zanzibar, as well as the shared heritage it embodies between Oman and the world.
The session was attended by a number of specialists, academics, and experts in the fields of history, diplomacy, heritage, and civilizational communication, alongside representatives of various international media outlets. They provided deep insights into the topics discussed and their impact on highlighting the Sultanate of Oman's position on the regional and international stage.
Abdelmoeti Abuzeid, Advisor for Foreign Media at the State Information Service of the Arab Republic of Egypt, expressed his gratitude to the Ministry of Information for organising this event, which reminds the world of Oman's ancient history and deep-rooted civilization. He noted that the present of the Sultanate of Oman is an extension of its glorious past, where the Omani people throughout history dealt with various civilizations based on their authentic Omani values.
He added that Oman, through various eras, had a clear continuity in its civilizational path, and it is important to shed light on the extended historical relations between Oman and the world, whether within the Gulf region or across the global span, relying on ancient maritime routes and current diplomatic paths that command the respect of the international community. He pointed out that Omani diplomacy is based on working for peace, adopting an independent path that preserves the interests of the Sultanate of Oman and promotes good and stability for other peoples and nations. He noted that this event and the diverse presence from different countries and cultures reflect Oman's civilizational standing throughout history, as it has always been a centre of communication between peoples and an important site for cooperation and civilizational dialogue.
Khaldoun Azhari, Head of Japan's Pan-Orient News, said that Oman has prominent civilizational achievements, stressing that Oman existed before the establishment of many countries in the region, and was one of the first countries in the Arab region and the Arabian Peninsula to contribute to the dissemination of knowledge and culture. Oman expanded the bridges of civilization to reach Africa, adding great human and civilizational value.
He added that the historical relations between the Sultanate of Oman and Japan are distinctly special, as links have brought together members of the ruling families, which explains the importance of the Omani role among the Japanese people. He pointed out that the bilateral relations between the Sultanate of Oman and Japan are strong in a number of vital economic fields, especially in the energy sector, which represents a fundamental pillar for enhancing economic cooperation between the two countries and supporting their mutual interests. He noted that the Sultanate of Oman is famous for its natural beauty, which is admired by the Japanese who are keen to visit the scenic areas and learn about Oman's cultural and natural experience.
It is worth noting that the event includes five-day visits for participants to a number of historical and archaeological landmarks in the Sultanate of Oman, including the National Museum, Muttrah Souq, the Royal Opera House, a visit to Harat Al Busaid in the Wilayat of Adam, the Oman Across Ages Museum, the Wilayat of Nizwa, a boat tour in Muscat, and a visit to Al Mirani Fort.
