His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has congratulated Keir Starmer on his appointment as the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, sending a formal cable following Labour's decisive victory in the 2024 UK general election.
Sultan Haitham Sends Congratulatory Cable to Starmer
Sultan Haitham bin Tarik extended his congratulations to the incoming British leader through an official cable, a customary diplomatic gesture that underscores the close bilateral relationship between Oman and the United Kingdom.
The message recognised Starmer's appointment to one of the world's most prominent political offices after his Labour Party ended years of Conservative rule in Britain.
Labour's Decisive UK Election Win
Keir Starmer, who led the official opposition Labour Party, promised a "national renewal" for Britain after his party made a decisive win in the UK's general election.
The result marked a significant shift in British politics, with Labour securing enough seats for a clear parliamentary majority, sweeping the Conservatives from power after more than a decade in government.
Starmer, a former Director of Public Prosecutions, became Prime Minister on 5 July 2024, the day after the election results were confirmed.
Oman-UK Relations
The congratulatory cable from Sultan Haitham reflects the deep and enduring relationship between Oman and the United Kingdom — a partnership with roots stretching back centuries. Britain and Oman maintain strong ties across defence, trade, and diplomacy.
The gesture is consistent with Oman's active diplomatic engagement with world leaders and its tradition of maintaining constructive relations with governments of all political affiliations in key partner countries.
