America News Agency

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, met with Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al-Busaidi on the sidelines of the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF 2026) in Manila, the capital of the Philippines.

According to a statement issued by Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, both sides expressed satisfaction with the positive trajectory of bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and Oman.

The two sides agreed to increase high-level engagements, promote trade and investment, strengthen people-to-people ties, expand business-to-business links, and continue coordination on multilateral platforms.

The two ministers also exchanged views on recent regional and international developments.

Omani Foreign Minister Al-Busaidi commended Pakistan's constructive role in promoting dialogue, de-escalation, and regional peace and security.

Expressing concern over recent developments in the region, both sides stressed the importance of preserving the ceasefire, respecting international law, and continuing diplomatic efforts to achieve lasting peace and stability.

At the conclusion of the meeting, Pakistan and Oman agreed to maintain close contacts and consultations on bilateral and regional issues.