Oman’s Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Albusaidi arrived in Islamabad on Tuesday for a two-day official visit. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation between the two friendly countries across several key areas.
Senior officials from the Economic Affairs Division and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs received the Omani dignitary at Islamabad airport. He is leading the Omani side at the eighth session of the Pakistan-Oman Joint Ministerial Commission.
During the visit, Albusaidi will hold a bilateral meeting with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar. Both foreign ministers will jointly chair the Joint Ministerial Commission session. This meeting offers a valuable chance to review the full range of existing ties and identify new opportunities for deeper partnership.
Discussions will cover important fields such as trade, investment, industry, agriculture, finance, oil and gas, labour, and consular affairs. The two sides will also talk about security and defence cooperation. Other topics on the agenda include climate change, civil aviation, education, media, and culture.
The visit comes at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister Dar. Albusaidi is also expected to meet Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for a courtesy call during his stay in the capital.
Pakistan and Oman enjoy close relations built on shared history, faith, and culture. Officials noted that this high-level visit reflects the strong fraternal bonds between the two nations. It is expected to further boost mutually beneficial cooperation in multiple sectors.
Both countries look forward to productive talks that can open fresh avenues for economic and strategic partnership. The Joint Ministerial Commission remains an important platform for regular dialogue and practical progress in bilateral relations.
The presence of the Omani Foreign Minister in Islamabad highlights the continued commitment of both sides to strengthen their longstanding friendship. Officials believe the discussions will help expand collaboration in energy, labour mobility, and investment opportunities that benefit the people of both nations.
