Readout of the Secretary-General’s meeting with the Sultan of Oman, His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik Al Said

During his meeting with His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik Al Said, the Secretary-General thanked the Sultan for his strong and continuous support of the work of the United Nations. They also had an exchange of views on a number of regional and international issues, during which the Secretary-General expressed his deep appreciation for Oman’s constructive diplomatic role.  

They also discussed the overall situation in Yemen, including those United Nations personnel, as well as personnel who work for diplomatic missions, and NGOs, and who remain arbitrarily detained by the Houthis.

Oman, 15 December 2025