The French Republic awards the Secretary-General of the National Museum the "Order of Arts and Literature" with the rank of Knight

The French Government, represented by the French Ministry of Culture, bestowed the honor upon His Excellency Jamal bin Hassan Al-Moosawi, the Secretary-General of the National Museum, presenting him with the "Order of Arts and Literature" (Knight) as a recognition of his efforts in promoting bilateral relations in the cultural and museum fields between the Sultanate of Oman and the French Republic.

The award ceremony took place on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at the French Embassy in Muscat. Her Excellency Veronique Ollivier, the Ambassador of the French Republic accredited to the Sultanate of Oman, presented the medal on behalf of Her Excellency Rima Abdul Malik, the esteemed French Minister of Culture.

The "Order of Arts and Literature" (Knight) is one of the highest decorations in the French Republic, consisting of three ranks: Knight, Officer, and Commander. The award is given in recognition of decision-makers, creators, and distinguished figures in literature and art for their contributions to promoting arts and literature in the French Republic or for promoting French culture worldwide.