DUBAI: Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq gave a speech on Tuesday on the second anniversary of his accession to power, Al Arabiya TV reported. Sultan Haitham said the nation has dealt with a number of challenges in the country with “wisdom and patience”. He also emphasized the significant role the youth can play with their involvement in building the nation, and their effectiveness in contributing to the country"s progress. The sultan also urged for more local investment, and said he looks forward to making the Sultanate a foreign investment destination. Sultan Haitham stressed on the importance of the security services and their role in defending the country. As for the climate changes that Oman was subjected to months ago, he announced that he directed the government to swiftly support the climate early warning system.