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The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that the two ministers examined the importance of ensuring the security and freedom of maritime navigation while supporting diplomatic efforts aimed at reducing tensions and strengthening regional security and stability. Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi also addressed recent attacks on civilian and economic facilities in southern Saudi Arabia during their conversation. The Omani minister conveyed his country’s condemnation of those incidents and expressed full solidarity with the kingdom according to the ministry’s account.
Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi underscored Oman’s stance against actions that target Saudi infrastructure the ministry’s statement indicated. The call came as regional actors continue to monitor potential disruptions in key waterways including the Strait of Hormuz. Both sides emphasised the value of coordinated diplomatic initiatives to prevent further escalation across the Gulf area.
The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs has frequently highlighted such exchanges as part of broader efforts to maintain stability in the Arabian Peninsula. Oman and Saudi Arabia have deepened their partnership through the Saudi-Omani Coordination Council established to advance collaboration in multiple sectors. Previous meetings including one held on the sidelines of a GCC gathering in Manama in June 2026 focused on similar themes of bilateral cooperation and regional issues according to Omani Foreign Ministry records.
Bilateral trade and investment between the two countries have grown steadily in recent years driven by shared visions for economic diversification. The ministers reaffirmed the strength of their longstanding fraternal ties during the latest discussion the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs noted. Their conversation also touched on preparations for upcoming sessions of the joint coordination body later in the year.
Regional diplomatic activity has intensified amid ongoing concerns over navigation safety and supply chain reliability in the Gulf. The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs has positioned these talks as contributing to collective endeavours that promote de-escalation across multiple fronts. Officials from both nations continue to consult regularly on developments that could affect Gulf security and economic interests.
Asharq Al-Awsat reported that the telephone call reflects the two countries’ commitment to joint action in support of peace and stability. The Omani Foreign Ministry has similarly described the relationship as rooted in mutual interests that extend to political coordination and economic integration. Such engagements form part of a pattern of high-level communication that has characterised Saudi-Omani relations in recent months.
