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MUSCAT: The Majlis Ash’shura began on Sunday began the proceedings of the fourth regular session (2026-2027) of the tenth term (2023-2027) ...

MUSCAT: The Majlis Ash’shura began on Sunday began the proceedings of the fourth regular session (2026-2027) of the tenth term (2023-2027) by holding its first regular sitting.

The meeting was chaired by Khalid bin Hilal al Maawali, Chairman of Majlis Ash’shura.

The sitting commenced with a speech by the Chairman of the Council, in which he expressed deep appreciation for the continuous attention His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik accords upon the Council of Oman.

He stated that this necessitates all to bear this trust in performing responsibilities and presenting national work that responds to the citizens' aspirations and serves the nation's interests.

Al Maawali praised in his speech the approach of Omani foreign policy, whose efficacy, wisdom, and farsightedness have been proven by events and time, making it an exemplary model and a commendable experience that has garnered wide praise and attention in numerous international and regional forums.

He affirmed that the Council begins the proceedings of the fourth regular session of the 10th term fully aware of the magnitude of responsibilities and efforts required by the march of national work. This necessitates the Council to give it utmost attention, place it among the priorities of its annual plans and programmes, and address and examine it within the framework of the Basic Statute of the State and the Council of Oman Law. This is carried out through the Council's observations and recommendations on draft laws, the State's General Budget, economic and social agreements, and in the Council's discussions with the Ministers when hosting them to deliver their ministerial statements.

The proceedings of the sitting began with the new member of the Majlis Ash’shura, Ali bin Salim al Makhmari, taking the membership oath. This was part of completing the legal procedures to fill the vacant seat in the Council's membership and commence his duties for the remainder of his predecessor's term, pursuant to the provisions of the…

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