Qaboos bin Said

Qaboos bin Said was the Sultan of Oman from 1970 until his death in 2020. He is credited with transforming Oman from a relatively isolated and underdeveloped country into a modern, stable nation with improved infrastructure, education, and healthcare. Qaboos modernized the government, fostered diplomacy, and maintained a peaceful state, balancing relationships with regional and global powers. His leadership was characterized by long-term strategic vision, and he was widely respected for his efforts to promote national unity and development.