Iran, Oman jointly postpone Persian Gulf foreign ministers’ meeting in interest of regional consensus
The meeting of foreign ministers from Persian Gulf littoral states, originally scheduled for Monday in Oman’s Salalah, has been postponed to a later date following a joint decision by Iran and Oman, at the request of certain regional countries.
Mohammad Alibek, Director General of the Persian Gulf Department at Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, confirmed the development on Sunday, stressing that the Islamic Republic remains fully committed to the process of constructive regional dialogue.
“At the request of certain regional countries and based on a joint decision by Oman and Iran, the meeting of foreign ministers from Persian Gulf littoral states, originally scheduled for Monday, has been postponed to a later date,” Alibek stated.
He underlined that Tehran will work closely with Muscat to set a mutually convenient time for the important gathering.
“The Islamic Republic of Iran will coordinate closely with Oman to determine a suitable time for holding this meeting,” the senior diplomat affirmed.
Meanwhile, Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi also announced the postponement, noting that the decision was taken “in the interests of consensus.”
He reaffirmed Oman’s and the region’s dedication to dialogue, saying: “We remain committed to fostering dialogue that supports stability and lasting cooperation in our region.”
In the interests of consensus the regional meeting set for tomorrow in Salalah has been postponed. We remain committed to fostering dialogue that supports stability and lasting cooperation in our region 🇧🇭 🇮🇷 🇮🇶 🇰🇼 🇴🇲 🇶🇦 🇸🇦 🇦🇪
— Badr Albusaidi - بدر البوسعيدي (@badralbusaidi) September 13, 2026
The planned meeting was set to bring together the foreign ministers of Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates -- key littoral states of the Persian Gulf -- to advance cooperation and mutual understanding.
Iran has consistently advocated inclusive regional mechanisms free from external interference, viewing such consultations as essential for safeguarding the security and prosperity of the Persian Gulf.
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