Qabus bin Said Al Said

Qabus bin Said Al Said was the Sultan of Oman from 1970 until his death in 2020, making him one of the longest-reigning monarchs in the world. He is credited with modernizing Oman, implementing significant economic and social reforms, and maintaining the country's neutrality in regional conflicts. His foreign policy focused on being 'friends with all and enemies of none,' which allowed Oman to play a unique diplomatic role, including acting as a mediator between Iran and the United States. Under his leadership, Oman established peaceful relations with various countries, and he promoted education and infrastructure development within the nation.