Islamabad : Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, H. E. Fahad Bin Sulaiman Bin Khalaf Alkharusi, hosted a superb reception to celebrate the 53rd national day of Oman. The ceremony was attended by diplomatic corps, representatives of the Government military, business community, media and Pakistani colleagues.
The event shows a celebration of cultural diversity, strengthening diplomatic ties, and fostering goodwill between Oman and Pakistan. Caretaker Federal Minister for Culture and Heritage Syed Jamal Shah was the chief guest. The venue was decorated with colorful culture and heritage and Oman flags.
Ambassador Fahad Bin Sulaiman said relations between Oman and Pakistan are long-standing, strategic and cultural. They are characterized by mutual understanding and are based on solid foundations: the bonds of religion, brotherhood and cultural values. In addition, both friendly countries enjoy geographical proximity sharing common maritime boundaries.
The celebrations were limited in solidarity with the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip amid the ongoing Israeli aggression, he said.
Ambassador urged the international community to shoulder its responsibilities by stopping such escalation, backing the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people, ending the Israeli occupation and establishing a comprehensive, fair and lasting peace in the region.
Omani people will mark the renewed renaissance and its glorious reign under the leadership, who affirmed his constant quest to advance Oman’s modern cultural and economic status and his keenness to make Omani citizens as true partners in their country’s comprehensive development.
The Sultan’s vision for the future of this benign land reflected positively on the integration of government departments with private sector establishments and civil society institutions. This has in turn brought about tangible results in different social, economic and political fields.
The ambassador further said that through this participation, the Sultanate of Oman aims to highlight its geography, history and civilization, as well as the development achievements accomplished in various fields.
Caretaker Federal Minister Syed Jamal Shah Congratulations to the Sultanate of Oman on its 53rd National Day! Wishing prosperity, unity, and continued progress to the people of Oman. The two sides reaffirmed the bonds of friendship and commitment to enhance cooperation. He delighted to participate in Oman’s 53rd National Day Reception hosted by the Embassy of Oman in Islamabad.
On the occasion of the National Day of the Sultanate of Oman, Pakistan expressed heartfelt greetings to the people and the government of Oman. The guests were served with a variety of Pakistani and Arabian dishes.