Shabab Oman II leaves Plymouth, UK
Shabab Oman II is presently on her seventh international voyage dubbed Glories of the Seas, in Europe during which she will call at several ports.
During her seventh international voyage, Shabab Oman II is delivering a noble mission to strengthen the bonds of friendship and brotherhood between the Sultanate of Oman and various countries of the world as well as promoting the Omani culture and highlighting the Sultanate of Oman's glorious maritime history and its rich Omani heritage. — ONA
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