Archive · 20 Aug 2026
Oman Urges Dialogue and International Law Amid West Asia Tensions
Oman says countries should solve regional problems by talking to each other and following international law.
Its consul general said this is better than making conflicts worse.
There are concerns that fighting in West Asia could disrupt ships traveling through the Strait of Hormuz.
Oman expects global supply chains to continue working normally.
The official made these comments at a trade event in Ahmedabad.
He also described the long friendship between Oman and India.
Oman and India cooperate in areas such as trade, energy, technology, education, and tourism.
Oman hopes its Vision 2040 plan will attract more investment and create a more varied economy.
A proposed economic agreement could help businesses in Oman, India, and Gujarat work more closely together.
Oman’s Consul General Mahboob Issa Al Raisi said dialogue and international law are the best tools for handling regional crises.
Al Raisi said Oman expects global supply chains and commerce to remain smooth despite concerns about shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
He made the remarks at the 3rd Edition of the CII Gujarat Export Conclave in Ahmedabad on August 20.
Al Raisi highlighted longstanding economic and cultural ties between Oman and India, particularly Gujarat’s historic connections with Oman.
He said Oman’s Vision 2040 and a proposed Oman-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement could create new business opportunities.
- Who
- Mahboob Issa Al Raisi, Oman’s Consul General, speaking about Oman’s position.
- What
- Oman backed dialogue and international law to address regional crises and said supply chains should remain intact.
- When
- August 20, at the 3rd Edition of the CII Gujarat Export Conclave.
- Where
- Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India.
- Why
- The comments came amid concerns that West Asia tensions could disrupt shipping through the strategic Strait of Hormuz and regional commerce.
- Speaker
- Mahboob Issa Al Raisi, Consul General of Oman
- Event
- 3rd Edition of the CII Gujarat Export Conclave
- Location
- Ahmedabad, Gujarat
- Oman’s position
- Dialogue and international law are the best tools for addressing regional crises
- Trade outlook
- Oman expects global supply chains to remain intact and smooth
- Economic plan
- Oman’s Vision 2040 seeks a diversified, competitive economy driven by innovation, knowledge, and private enterprise
- Proposed agreement
- The Oman-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement is intended to deepen economic cooperation