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

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

Key points

• News Desk Published October 14, 2026 Updated October 15, 2026 12: 16am.
• The prime minister expressed satisfaction over the successful convening of the 8th Session of the Pakistan-Oman Joint Ministerial Commission.
• "This action threatens the water, food and energy security of Pakistan's 250 million people, " Dar remarked.
• Earlier in the day, Albusaidi held a joint press conference with Deputy PM Dar, during which the latter remarked that Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia were "totally unacceptable".
• According to Dar, the two sides additionally exchanged views on recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia.

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Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday and appreciated Pakistan's "sustained diplomatic efforts" for de-escalation and peaceful solutions to regional challenges, a statement issued by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) remarked.

Both Pakistan and Oman have been engaged in efforts for de-escalation after US-Israeli strikes on Iran in late February resulted in a conflict that has now expanded further into the Middle East.

Albusaidi's session with PM Shehbaz was held on the second day of his two-day trip to Pakistan, during which he additionally attended the eighth session of the Pakistan-Oman Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC) and held a session with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.

In his session with the Omani foreign minister, PM Shehbaz "highlighted that the strong bond of shared faith, geography, history, culture, and centuries of people-to-people exchanges between Pakistan and Oman provided a strong fraternal foundation to the bilateral relationship", the PMO statement stated.

In practice, the premier underscored that Pakistan considered Oman a brotherly country, an significant maritime neighbour and a valuable partner in a critically notable region, it continued.

"He hoped that the meeting would provide a strong foundation for further expanding mutually beneficial cooperation and deepening engagement between the two brotherly countries, " the statement remarked.

According to It further, PM Shehbaz "noted with deep satisfaction the unanimity of views between Pakistan and Oman on all regional and global issues".

He appreciated Oman's "principled stance" of dialogue and diplomacy in resolving disputes, the statement remarked.

For his part, Albusaidi thanked the administration of Pakistan for the hospitality extended to him and his delegation and "expressed satisfaction on successful holding of the 8th JMC session", the PMO statement stated.

It continued that the Omani foreign minister "agreed that it (JMC session) would pave the way for enhanced bilateral collaboration in diverse sectors for mutual benefit".

"The Omani foreign minister also appreciated Pakistan's sustained diplomatic efforts towards de-escalating tensions and advancing peaceful solutions to regional challenges, " the statement read.

As well as agreements and memoranda of understanding for bilateral cooperation between the two sides in the areas of media cooperation, news and information exchange, historical documentation and archives management, communication and information technology and facilitation of diplomatic and official exchanges, it continued that PM Shehbaz additionally witnessed the signing of the Protocol of the 8th session of the Pakistan-Oman JMC.

At the outset of the press conference, Dar remarked that the two sides would sign a protocol relating to the commission.

He remarked that this reflected "a shared resolve to further strengthen and expand bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest". He remarked that the two sides would additionally sign an agreement for mutual visa exemption for holders of diplomatic and official passports. "Pakistan-Oman friendship remains strong and forward-looking, " he informed the media.

He continued that the two ministers had additionally agreed to hold a business-to-business investment forum in Pakistan.

Meanwhile, the ministers discussed the situation in the Gulf as well, he remarked, adding that "Pakistan remained committed to contributing constructively to diplomatic efforts aimed at promoting peace and stability in the region".

According to Dar, the two sides additionally exchanged views on recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia. He remarked that he conveyed Pakistan's condemnation of the attacks.

"I underscored that attacks against civilians and civilian infrastructure are totally unacceptable. My brother actually fully endorses this. Violations of international law pose a serious threat to regional peace and security, " he remarked.

"I reaffirmed Pakistan's full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and our unwavering commitment to the kingdom's sovereignty, territorial integrity and security in accordance with the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, " he remarked.

They additionally "emphasised the urgent need for unhindered delivery of humanitarian assistance to the people of Gaza", Dar stated.

DPM Dar additionally stressed that India's unilateral abeyance of the Indus Water Treaty was "a material breach of international law".

Speaking at the occasion, Albusaidi remarked the JMC had "provided an important opportunity to review the state of bilateral relations". He remarked that two sides "reaffirmed the strength of the longstanding ties" between the two countries.

"Both Oman and Pakistan attach great importance to dialogue and diplomacy as essential means of addressing regional challenges, easing tensions and promoting peace and stability, " Albusaidi remarked.

He additionally appreciated Pakistan's diplomatic role in the US-Iran war. He reaffirmed the two countries' "shared commitment to further deepening our bilateral partnership and broadening cooperation across centres of mutual benefit".

For context, the two countries agreed that dialogue and diplomacy were "the only way forward" to resolve regional conflicts, Dar remarked in response to a reporter's question. "We are both on the same page, " he remarked.

Meanwhile, Dar remarked to journalists that a free trade agreement between Pakistan and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) would assist expand business activities, adding that he was informed that barring one, all countries had consented to the agreement.

Responding to a question regarding the gaps in bilateral negotiations between the two countries, Dar noted Albusaidi's visit was previously delayed as Pakistan had been involved in mediation efforts between the US and Iran. Albusaidi continued that discussions had continued "behind the scenes".

Responding to a question regarding the Strait of Hormuz, Albusaidi stated that Oman was committed to "unhindered navigation" through the strait "because of its vitality to the global economy and the region". The session of the commission was co-chaired by Dar and Albusaidi.

Meanwhile, the two sides "reaffirmed their close fraternal ties and commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation, particularly in trade and investment, maritime and logistics connectivity, agriculture, industry, energy, workforce mobility, human resource development, education, IT, media and climate change, among other areas", the Foreign Office (FO) remarked.

Both ministers emphasised the importance of strengthening people-to-people ties, facilitating workforce mobility, and promoting exchanges of business delegations from both countries to unlock new opportunities for trade, investment and institutional collaboration.

FM Dar stressed the need for "timely implementation of agreed outcomes through close institutional coordination and sustained engagement between joint working group meetings", the statement continued.

According to FO, the Oman FM thanked Pakistan for its warm hospitality, appreciated Pakistan's efforts for regional peace and security, and reaffirmed Muscat's commitment to further strengthening the longstanding partnership between the two countries. Dar commends Albusaidi's efforts towards regional peace.

Speaking at the outset of the JMC session, Dar remarked the two had "worked out" certain areas of bilateral interest and discussed global matters in detail, including the US-Iran war, the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, Bab al-Mandab and Gaza in their restricted session.

Dar remarked the two sides had additionally discussed Jammu and Kashmir and other pressing regional problems. He commended Albusaidi's leadership and efforts towards regional peace in the Middle East.

"I personally greatly admire your efforts. I know how much hard work you have put in, " he said, noting that Pakistan's position on the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) was "particularly unique".

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