Historical Events tagged with "qaboos"

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Politics & Government

Oman Achieves Independence from British Rule

November 18th, 1971 53 years ago

Oman declared its independence from the United Kingdom, marking a significant turning point in its governance and control. The announcement came after a long negotiation process, which highlighted Oman's desire for sovereignty and autonomy. Sultan Qaboos bin Said played a crucial role in achieving this independence as he steered the nation towards self-governance and a new political direction. This decision was celebrated by the Omani people, who saw it as the beginning of a new chapter in their country's history.

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