Oman Restructures Council of Ministers

On January 15, 2026, His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik issued Royal Decree No. 17/2026, restructuring the Council of Ministers. The restructured council includes appointments such as His Highness Sayyid Fahd bin Mahmoud Al Said as Deputy Prime Minister for Cabinet Affairs and His Highness Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik bin Taimur Al Said as Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs. This restructuring aims to enhance governmental efficiency and align with Oman's Vision 2040 objectives. ([fm.gov.om](https://www.fm.gov.om/en/35435/?utm_source=openai))