Muscat: Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister, received Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada, marking the first official visit of a Canadian foreign minister to Oman in over a decade. This visit underlines the strengthening relations between the two nations over the past fifty years, highlighting a shared commitment to promoting peace and stability in the region.

According to Oman News Agency, the two ministers have agreed to elevate their bilateral partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on political consultations, aimed at establishing regular bilateral dialogue. The MoU specifically outlines cooperation in trade, energy, critical minerals, higher education, and tourism, along with strengthening people-to-people ties.

Both ministers noted that the bilateral trade volume reached CAD 222 million in 2025, acknowledging significant potential for further economic growth. They exchanged views on regional conflicts, emphasizing the importance of protecting civilian lives, supporting de-escalation efforts, and ensuring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Minister Anand appreciated Oman's role in regional diplomacy over the years.

Both ministers reaffirmed their shared commitment to international law, including respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states. Minister Anand expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and hospitality extended by Oman, reaffirming Canada's intent to build a substantive partnership with Oman.