His Majesty accorded an official reception in Madrid

Madrid:  An official reception ceremony was held at the Royal Palace in Madrid today for His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik on the occasion of his state visit to the Kingdom of Spain.

Upon the arrival of His Majesty the Sultan's motorcade at the precincts to the Royal Palace, it was escorted by a cavalcade of Royal Cavalry’s knights. His Majesty was then received by King Felipe VI of the Kingdom of Spain and Queen Letizia. The Royal couple welcomed His Majesty the Sultan and extended their wishes for a successful visit and a pleasant stay in the Kingdom of Spain to him and the accompanying official delegation.

Thereafter, His Majesty the Sultan accompanied by King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia ascended the dais of honour, during which the Omani Royal Anthem and the Spanish National Anthem were played, while the artillery fired a 21-gun salute in honour of His Majesty the Sultan. Afterwards, His Majesty inspected the Guard of Honour.

After that, His Majesty the Sultan shook hands with senior Spanish officials who welcomed him, while King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia shook hands with the official Omani delegation. His Majesty the Sultan and the King of Spain then witnessed the March-Past of the Guard of Honour to the accompaniment of military musical pieces.

After the conclusion of the official reception protocols, His Majesty the Sultan and the King of Spain held a cordial meeting at the Royal Palace.