Pakistani expats in Oman ‘a strong bridge of bilateral ties’: Qureshi

FM conveys PM Imran’s invitation to Oman’s new Sultan Haitham Bin Tariq Al Said to visit Pakistan

MUSCAT: Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi on Tuesday said Pakistani expatriates in Oman were significantly contributing to the country’s social and economic development, besides acting as a strong bridge of bilateral relations.

Speaking to media at Muscat International Airport before departing for home, the foreign minister said hard work and diligence of around 0.27 million Pakistani diaspora had proved instrumental in further strengthening ties between the two countries.

He lauded the Pakistani community in Oman for playing an important role in construction and service sectors.

FM Qureshi offers condolences to royal family over demise of Sultan Qaboos

Foreign Minister Qureshi, who arrived in Muscat to offer condolences on the death of Oman's ruler Sultan Qaboos Bn Al Said, said the deceased was held in high esteem in the region for his impartial approach and balanced foreign policy.

FM @SMQureshiPTI returned today after visiting Tehran, Riyadh & Muscat, after an intensive diplomatic outreach on the ongoing ME situation.

In Muscat FM presented deepest condolences on behalf of President, PM and Pakistani nation on the demise of Sultan Qaboos. pic.twitter.com/CbJUYLBRbv

— Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) January 14, 2020

Qureshi mentioned historic relations between Pakistan and Oman and recalled that the father of Sultan Qaboos was a graduate of Military Command and Staff College, Quetta.

He also informed reporters about conveying Prime Minister Imran Khan’s invitation to Oman's new Sultan Haitham Bin Tariq Al Said to visit Pakistan and expressed hope that high-level interaction would strengthen bilateral relations.

Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi leaves for Pakistan after Oman visit pic.twitter.com/ZvmEC9JBre

— The Express Tribune (@etribune) January 14, 2020