Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi in Islamabad on Wednesday. The two leaders discussed regional tensions and pledged to strengthen bilateral cooperation. Albusaidi arrived in Pakistan on Tuesday for a two-day visit. Their discussions took place during the eighth session of the Pakistan-Oman Joint Ministerial Commission. Both sides explored opportunities to expand economic ties and improve cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
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During the meeting, Dar said the ministers discussed the US-Iran conflict, tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, Bab el-Mandeb and the situation in Gaza. They also exchanged views on Jammu and Kashmir and other regional developments. Dar praised Oman’s efforts to promote peace and diplomacy across the Middle East. He also highlighted the longstanding historical and cultural connections between Pakistan and Oman, which span centuries.
Dar stressed the need for regular high-level engagements to strengthen bilateral relations. He identified trade, investment and economic activities as key areas for further cooperation. He also noted that regional tensions had disrupted energy supply chains and increased fuel prices in Pakistan. These developments have placed additional financial pressure on ordinary citizens. Dar confirmed his intention to visit Oman in 2027 for the next session of the joint commission.
Albusaidi reaffirmed Oman’s commitment to expanding cooperation with Pakistan across several sectors. He praised Islamabad’s efforts to encourage dialogue between Iran and the United States. He also highlighted opportunities in trade, logistics, port connectivity, energy and food security. Furthermore, he called for stronger collaboration in tourism, education and technology. The Omani foreign minister said both countries should remove barriers that prevent businesses from fully benefiting from existing opportunities.
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According to Pakistan’s Foreign Office, the two ministers also emphasised sustained diplomatic engagement to promote regional peace and stability. They reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening trade, investment and people-to-people contacts. The joint commission provides a platform to review bilateral relations and identify new areas of cooperation. Both countries expressed confidence that closer engagement would deliver economic benefits and strengthen their longstanding partnership. The next commission session is expected to take place in Oman in 2027.