High Representative Kaja Kallas and Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Bader bin Hamad bin Hamood Al Busaidi signed the Establishment Agreement for the new European Union Delegation to the Sultanate of Oman on 21 July 2026. The agreement provides the legal framework for the EU diplomatic mission in Muscat, acknowledging Oman's regional role and deepening bilateral ties.
The signing marks a significant step in EU-Oman relations, with both sides committing to complete preparations for the delegation's opening as soon as possible. The new delegation will enhance the EU's diplomatic presence in the Gulf region, facilitating political dialogue, trade, and cooperation on shared priorities such as regional stability and sustainable development.
No prior coverage of this development exists in the available record. The agreement is a concrete measure to strengthen EU engagement with Oman, which has played a mediating role in regional conflicts and maintains balanced relations with various international actors. The EU currently has delegations in most Gulf states; Oman was among the few remaining countries without a resident EU mission.