Addressing his nation on national day in 1980 His Majesty said:

 We now stand, today, on the threshold of another new era that will challenge us to display all the qualities and determination that have stood us so well in the past. The road that still lies ahead will not be an easy one - we can be sure that the dangers that confront us will not recede overnight, that they may indeed become even more menacing - but if we remain true to our great heritage, if we strive always to walk humbly and resolutely in the steps God has chosen for us, then we shall succeed.

In his speech made in 1985 His Majesty said:

As a result of our great concern for the protection of the natural environment, and our achievements in this respect, Oman has gained a respectable position among nations concerned with environmental protection; yet we still have to exert more effort and consider the special conditions relevant to this issue, when we come to plan and implement development projects. We must proceed to develop contacts with regional and international organisations concerned. It is a duty which must be undertaken by each citizen, to guarantee the protection of our natural resources and public health against any harmful effects, and protect the beautiful and distinguished nature which God Almighty granted to our beloved Oman.

Citing development plan and use of resources His Majesty in 1990

We intend to introduce our Fourth Development Plan next year. We have commanded that priority must be given to the completion and furtherance of our development programmes in their respective areas; especially those in urgent need of new projects and services. At the same time, we stress the importance of more intensive effort, in this coming era, to develop the economy of our country, through carefully prepared programmes to achieve greater economic growth. We especially stress the necessity to continue the emphasis on the exploitation of our agriculture and fisheries resources, so they can increasingly contribute to our national economy. Arising from our continuous concern to promote our various productive resources, and in the light of what has been achieved in the two Years of Agriculture, we declare that 1991 shall be the Year of Industry. It is to take into account traditional industries and professions together with their modern counterparts.

 Appreciating the nation for their contribution he said  in 1995

You have all played your part in the making of this new chapter in Oman's history. Everyone has made his own contribution, according to his ability, in building this structure of our future. We are confident that the coming generations will appreciate all you have done, and with God's permission, will work to consolidate and strengthen it further. You are the pioneers who blazed the trail that ensured that, in days to come, our progress will be faster and unconfined, with our future gains assured.

Marking the country achievement in 2000 His Majesty termed as:

 Over the past three decades, the Renaissance has proved that its roots reach deep into the realities of this nation, its human heritage and its noble values. At the same time, it has also proved itself able to stay abreast of the times, keep pace with developments in different fields, use modern scientific achievements to help develop the community, and lay the foundations of a modem state that will enable the Omani people to realise their ambitions in a future full of light and hope and radiant with glory and honour - a future that, God willing, promises greater stability, prosperity and abundance.

Dear Citizens,

All of you are aware of the great part played by our armed forces and all the security services in creating Oman's modern Renaissance, in protecting its numerous achievements and in maintaining stability and security across the land. As we express our appreciation and our pride in all the prodigious tasks and demanding duties they perform, we ask Almighty God to enable us to provide them with further backing and support, so that they can continue to develop their potential and capabilities.