Tehran: Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, the Foreign Minister, underscored the critical role of dialogue as a key tool for tackling challenges, while emphasizing the Sultanate of Oman's steadfast dedication to this essential method—regardless of its difficulties—even in discussions with parties with whom there are significant disagreements.
This was expressed during Sayyid Badr’s speech at the Fourth Tehran Dialogue Forum, held under the auspices of President Masoud Pezeshkian of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
The forum gathered foreign ministers, high-ranking officials, policymakers, and thought leaders from around the world, along with representatives from regional and international organizations.
The Foreign Minister reiterated the value that the Sultanate of Oman places on its current bilateral relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran, while praising the flexibility, precision, and frankness that the Iranian counterpart contributes to Oman's role in regional and international dialogues.
Sayyid Badr specifically addressed the Palestinian issue, labeling the violence and genocide suffered by the Palestinian people as "a global tragedy that should never have taken place"—one that could have been prevented had opportunities for dialogue been utilized. This statement pointed to the refusal of successive Israeli governments to engage in meaningful dialogue with the Palestinian side and the international community's failure to exert effective influence.
He expressed optimism about the developments in recent months, particularly from the United States, which may signal a move toward a more realistic and adaptable stance regarding potential dialogue partners. The minister acknowledged that although this development is occurring amid military escalation and significant humanitarian distress, it suggests a renewed openness for real dialogue—despite Tel Aviv’s ongoing attempts to bypass it through increased aggression.
Sayyid Badr highlighted that while dialogue is not a simple solution, it remains the sole feasible path to achieving a fair resolution. He referenced what he called "the horrific lesson" illustrated by the Gaza tragedy when there is a lack of courage to engage in dialogue.
The minister conveyed hope that this Tehran forum would help draw more advocates for dialogue and bolster the international community's belief that solutions are forged not through might but through understanding and openness.
The current session of the forum examined the influence of regional states in the shifting global order, reviewed key common challenges across political, economic, and energy sectors, while investigating methods to enhance multilateral cooperation mechanisms to tackle international crises amid rapid geopolitical changes.
