Monday 09 / November / 2026
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in the Sultanate of Oman, in cooperation with the Oman Taekwondo Committee, successfully held the 5th Korean Ambassador’s Cup Taekwondo Championship from 6 to 7 November at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex in Muscat.
The championship brought together approximately 200 athletes. Competitors ranging from juniors under the age of 14 to veterans over 35 demonstrated their skills in various age and weight categories.
The closing ceremony on 7 November was held under the patronage of The Honorable Mohammed bin Salim Al Harthi, Member of the State Council and former Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to the Republic of Korea. The closing program featured selected men’s and women’s final matches, medal and Best Club award presentations, and a special performance by approximately 90 members of the Royal Oman Police Taekwondo Team. Their dynamic demonstration, including Taekwondo forms and breaking techniques, received an enthusiastic response from the audience.
In his closing remarks, Ambassador Lee highlighted the universal values of Taekwondo, including respect, discipline and courage, and noted its important role in strengthening friendship between Korea and Oman. He also congratulated the Omani national Taekwondo team on winning 14 medals at the Qatar International Open in October and expressed confidence in the continued development of Taekwondo in Oman.
Ambassador Lee further recognized the contribution of Korean instructors serving with the Royal Oman Police, who have worked alongside Omani coaches to support the development of the sport in the Sultanate. He expressed appreciation to the Oman Taekwondo Committee, the Royal Oman Police, the referees, volunteers and all those who contributed to the championship.
The championship provided a valuable opportunity to promote Taekwondo in Oman and further strengthen friendship, cultural exchange and people-to-people ties between the Republic of Korea and the Sultanate of Oman through sport.
