By Khawaja Hamza

Islamabad- Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a cordial meeting with Oman’s Foreign Minister, His Excellency Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Al Busaidi, ahead of the 8th Pakistan-Oman Joint Ministerial Session.

During the meeting, the two ministers reaffirmed the close and fraternal ties between Pakistan and Oman and emphasized the importance of sustained high-level engagement to further strengthen bilateral relations.

Both sides underscored the need to deepen cooperation across all areas of mutual interest, particularly trade, investment and people-to-people contacts. They highlighted the importance of continued engagement to expand bilateral collaboration and strengthen the longstanding relationship between the two countries.

The two foreign ministers also exchanged views on regional developments and emphasized that dialogue and diplomacy remain essential to achieving lasting peace and stability in the region.

Oman’s Foreign Minister, Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Al Busaidi, commended Pakistan’s efforts to promote regional peace and security. In response, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar acknowledged and appreciated Oman’s constructive role and its shared aspirations for regional peace and stability.

The meeting reflected the shared commitment of Pakistan and Oman to maintaining close diplomatic engagement, expanding economic and trade cooperation, encouraging investment and strengthening people-to-people relations. Both ministers also emphasized the importance of continued cooperation and diplomatic efforts to promote peace, stability and mutual interests in the region.

The meeting took place ahead of the 8th Pakistan-Oman Joint Ministerial Session, providing an opportunity for both sides to reaffirm their longstanding partnership and discuss ways to further enhance bilateral cooperation.