Talks with Omani Sultan mark important chapter in bilateral relations: Xi

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Talks with Omani Sultan mark important chapter in bilateral relations: Xi

2026-11-02 13:20 Last Updated At：16:09

Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Monday that his talks with visiting Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik Al Said of Oman will be an important chapter in the history of bilateral relations and inject strong momentum into their future development.

During his talks with Sultan Haitham at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, Xi noted that this visit marks the first state visit by an Omani head of state to China since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries 48 years ago.

"Welcome to China for a state visit, Sultan Haitham. This is your first visit to China since assuming the office of Sultan, and also the first visit by an Omani head of state since our two countries established diplomatic ties 48 years ago. I believe our talks today will become an important page in the history of China-Oman relations and inject strong momentum into the development of bilateral relations. I am willing to work with you to guide the China-Oman strategic partnership toward a higher level, better benefit the people of the two countries, and contribute to regional peace, stability, and prosperity," said Xi.

Sultan Haitham is paying a state visit to China from Sunday to Monday at the invitation of Xi.

China unveils archaeological work plan for 15th Five-Year Plan period

China's National Cultural Heritage Administration on Monday briefed the media on the Archaeological Work Plan for the 15th Five-Year Plan Period (2026-2030), highlighting early civilization research and international archaeological cooperation.

The plan specifies that, building on the existing 21 major projects under the "Archaeology China" national initiative, China will continue to focus on issues including the origins of agriculture and early society, models of civilization origin, and the formation of early states.

The sixth phase of the Chinese Civilization Origins Project will further study the civilization processes and histories of interaction and exchange in northwest, southwest, and south China.

The Xia Dynasty (2070-1600 B.C.) -Shang Dynasty (1600–1046 B.C.) Civilization Research Project will continue to focus on key archaeological sites of the eras, including world-renown Erlitou, Yinxu, and Sanxingdui sites.

In addition to domestic efforts, the administration also highlighted international archaeological cooperation, with the Belt and Road countries among the priorities.