Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed steps that could be taken to maintain diplomatic initiatives supporting regional security and stability.
According to a statement from Oman’s Foreign Ministry, the two ministers assessed regional developments and efforts to limit the impact of rising tensions during a phone call on Tuesday evening. The conversation also addressed creating suitable conditions for diplomatic initiatives.
Albusaidi and Rubio also discussed regional issues and other matters of mutual interest.
Muscat-Washington coordination to continue
The two ministers also reviewed relations between Oman and the United States during the call. Emphasizing the importance of developing existing cooperation and advancing mutual interests, they supported continued consultation and coordination between Muscat and Washington.
Oman has mediated between the United States and Iran and hosted various talks between the two sides before the recent conflicts began.