Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Foreign Minister of Oman Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi co-chaired the 8th Session of the Pakistan-Oman Joint Ministerial Commission in Islamabad today, focusing on expanding cooperation in various sectors including trade, investment, and logistics.

According to Press Information Department, the session underscored the commitment of both nations to deepen their fraternal ties and enhance bilateral cooperation. Key areas identified for collaboration include maritime and logistics connectivity, agriculture, industry, energy, workforce mobility, human resource development, education, IT, media, and climate change.

The ministers highlighted the significance of strengthening people-to-people connections and facilitating workforce mobility. They also advocated for the exchange of business delegations to explore new avenues for trade, investment, and institutional partnerships. Senator Dar emphasized the importance of timely implementation of agreed outcomes through consistent institutional coordination and active engagement between Joint Working Group meetings.

The Omani Foreign Minister expressed gratitude for Pakistan’s hospitality and acknowledged its efforts toward regional peace and security. He reiterated Oman’s commitment to reinforcing the longstanding partnership with Pakistan.