HM The Sultan arrives in Moscow
An official reception was held at Vnukovo International Airport in Moscow, in a manifestation of warm welcome for His Majesty the Sultan.
At the foot of the ramp, His Majesty the Sultan was received by Maxim Reshetnikov, Minister of Economic Development, some officials in the Russian Federation and members of the Omani Embassy in Moscow.
After that, His Majesty the Sultan inspected the Guard of Honour. Then, His Majesty proceeded to the dais of honour where the Royal Anthem of Oman and the National Anthem of the Russian Federation were played.
His Majesty the Sultan will be accorded an official reception protocols tomorrow 'Tuesday' at the Kremlin Palace in the Russian capital, Moscow. His Majesty will meet with President Vladimir Putin of the Russian Federation, as the two leaders will conduct official talks.
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