Omani FM meets PM Shehbaz, commends Pakistan's 'sustained diplomatic efforts' for regional peace

Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi met with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday, praising Pakistan's persistent diplomatic endeavors aimed at de-escalating tensions and resolving regional disputes, according to a statement from the Prime Minister's Office (PMO). The two nations have been actively working towards de-escalation following the US-Israeli strikes on Iran in late February, which escalated into a broader Middle Eastern conflict.

During his two-day visit to Pakistan, Albusaidi also attended the eighth session of the Pakistan-Oman Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC) and met with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. Prime Minister Shehbaz highlighted the strong bond between Pakistan and Oman, stemming from their shared faith, geography, history, culture, and centuries of people-to-people exchanges.

He emphasized that Oman is a vital maritime neighbor and an invaluable partner in a crucial region. The Prime Minister expressed satisfaction with the successful holding of the 8th JMC session and the signing of various agreements and memoranda of understanding for bilateral cooperation in media cooperation, news and information exchange, historical documentation, communication and information technology, and facilitation of diplomatic and official exchanges.

Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to dialogue and diplomacy to address regional challenges, ease tensions, and promote peace and stability.