His Majesty King Abdullah on Tuesday departed on an official visit to Oman, at the invitation of Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman.

Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah, and a high-level delegation are accompanying His Majesty on the visit.

During the two-day visit, King Abdullah and Sultan Haitham are slated to hold talks covering the deep-rooted bilateral ties, as well as the latest regional and international developments.

His Royal Highness Prince Feisal bin Al Hussein was sworn in as Regent, in the presence of Cabinet members.