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 Oman |  United Arab Emirates |
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Oman – United Arab Emirates relations has been described by both countries as a special relationship with both countries population sharing common heritage, culture, and fraternal ties that precedes the formation of their respective modern states.[1][2]
TheUnited Arab Emirates (UAE) has an embassy inMuscat whileOman has an embassy inAbu Dhabi and a consulate-general inDubai. Both countries are part ofEastern Arabia and theMiddle East region and share close cultural ties. Oman and the UAE also share a long border with each other, including twoexclaves of Oman accessible on land only through the UAE, and also border theGulf of Oman. Both countries are members of theArab League, theOrganisation of Islamic Cooperation and theGulf Cooperation Council.
The Buraimi dispute was a series of covert attempts bySaudi Arabia to influence the region ofAl Buraimi and parts ofAl Ain which resulted in an armed conflict and a territorial dispute between Saudi Arabia on one side and Oman and theTrucial States on the other. SheikhZayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan was supported by SultanSaid bin Taimur during the dispute. The dispute eventually culminated with Saudi surrender after the intervention of theTrucial Oman Scouts.[3]
During the Dhofar War in Oman, the UAE sent troops to Oman and provided financial aid to SultanQaboos bin Said.[4]
In January 2011, Oman stated that they have discovered an alleged spy network operated by theUnited Arab Emirates that targeted its government and military. UAE denied any involvement and expressed willingness to cooperate with any investigation. A number of Omani citizens were arrested, some of whom worked in the government.[5][6] Divisions between the two countries regarding Iran's nuclear ambitions were seen by analysts as a possible cause for the espionage.[7] Oman helped establish back channels between Iran and the United States which resulted in the 2015Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.[8]Kuwait's SheikhSabah Al Sabah mediated in the dispute after the spying accusation.[9]
In 2019, Oman announced another alleged Emirati spying cell, with 5 Emiratis and 2 Omani citizens being put on trial for espionage.[10] Omani Foreign Minister Yousuf bin Alawi remarked on the arrest during a lecture by saying “these things happen between neighbours”.[11]
In 2018 there were regional tensions between the countries following Qaboos' order to restrict non-Omani citizens ownership of agricultural land and real estate in Oman. The restriction followed multiple purchases by Emirati citizens. The restrictions were centered in strategic areas around the UAE, including theMusandam Peninsula.[10]
Tribes in Musandam have cultural, family and economic link with the surrounding Emirates and show differences with the Omani mainland in terms of religion with the presence of Sunni and Shia communities beyond the predominant Ibadi sect in Oman. TheShihuh tribe, who inhabit areas in the northern emirates and in Musandam, is spread across both Oman and UAE. Oman has detained tens of members of the tribe on national security reasons.[12][13]
In 2022, a joint venture to link the two countries by rail was announced.[14] On April 23, 2024, the rail was renamedHafeet Rail in reference toJebel Hafeet, which lies between both Oman and UAE. The rail will connect theEtihad Rail at the Emirati city ofAl Ain with Omani city ofSohar.[15]
In 29 September 2022, President SheikhMohamed bin Zayed visitedMuscat.[16]
In 22 April 2024, SultanHaitham bin Tariq visitedAbu Dhabi and both countries signed agreements worth $35 billion. The agreements were in different sectors, such as energy and transportation.[17]
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