King Philippe and Queen Mathilde welcomed the Sultan of Oman, Haitham bin Tariq Al Said, during a two-day state visit to Belgium from December 3 to 4.
The visit emphasized strengthening ties between the two nations in key areas such as energy, defense, and advanced technologies.
The final day of the visit showcased the collaboration between Belgium and Oman, starting with an important stop at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges. There, King Philippe and the Sultan met with industry stakeholders to discuss mutual opportunities in logistics and energy.
Later, Queen Mathilde joined them at the Queen Elisabeth Music Chapel in Waterloo for a thematic lunch.
This event, set against the backdrop of the renowned music institution, brought attention to areas of mutual interest, including defense, biopharmaceuticals, and space exploration.
Queen Mathilde’s Style
Queen Mathilde exuded sophistication throughout the day, perfectly blending royal protocol with contemporary style.
Mathilde chose an immaculate Christian Dior white suit. Complementing her ensemble, she carried a Christian Dior bag and walked gracefully in matching Christian Dior D-Moi pumps.
Adding a touch of timeless glamour, the Queen wore her iconic Rolex Datejust watch in silver and gold with a diamond-accented dial. Her wedding earrings, a cherished symbol of her royal journey, completed the look with sentimental charm.