Earlier this month, His Majesty Sultan Qaboos Bin Said began his annual Meet-the-People-Tour. During this tour Sultan Qaboos visits Omani cities, towns, and villages to better understand people’s needs. The video above is from his visit to Seeh Al Shamikha, where Sultan Qaboos gave a speech about where Oman is heading before meeting one-on-one with members of the community.

Further Reading:

• “Oman’s Sultan Qaboos begins annual Meet-the-People tour,” Middle East Online, January 20, 2013
• “Festivities continue in Bahla,” Oman Daily Observer, January 20, 2013
• “Al Dakhiliyah citizens express joy on HM visit,” Oman Tribune, January 20, 2013
• “HM meets citizens in Bahla,” Oman Daily Observer, January 29, 2013