Oman-britain relations are on solid footing

The objective of the conference is to review Oman-britain relationships, including an in-depth study of the historical, political, economic and cultural implications of the diversity, size and fields that characterized the relations during the 17th and mid20th centuries. “Some of the objectives are to study the dimensions of Omanibritish relations and their impacts on various aspects, highlight treaties and conventions in the economic, political and military fields as well as bring into focus the areas of cooperation between Oman and Britain in addition to studying the effects of the British position on the internal situation in Oman. The studies also reflect on the role of Oman’s vessels and trade fleet in the Indian Ocean,” stated Dr Hamed Mohammed al Dhawiani, Chairman, National Records and Archives Authority.

HH Sayyid Haitham also inaugurated an exhibition by NRAA, which showcases records and manuscripts related to Oman available in Oman and British libraries and archives.

The conference will continue till October 10. The conference is attended by academics, researchers and intellectuals from more than 12 countries, including Britain, Iraq, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt, Yemen, Sudan, Kuwait, Bahrain and the Sultanate. They discuss 43 working papers in three themes addressing historical, political, economic and cultural aspects.