Summary Lt General Ahmed Bin Harith Al Nabhani called on Prime Minister Imran Khan in Islamabad.
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - Lt General Ahmed Bin Harith Al Nabhani, Chief of Staff of Sultan’s Armed Forces, called on Prime Minister Imran Khan today and exchanged views on bilateral, regional and international issues.
Prime Minister Imran Khan highlighted the close, cordial relations between Pakistan and Oman and reiterated the resolve to further deepen bilateral cooperation in diverse fields. Matters related to enhancement of trade and transportation links were also discussed.
The Prime Minister apprised him of the grave human rights and humanitarian situation in the Indian Occupied Jammu and Kashmir including inhuman lockdown, curfew and communication blockade which had continued since August 5 and severely impacted the lives of over 8 million Kashmiris.
The Prime Minister stressed that implementation of the UNSC resolutions remained the only solution of the dispute. Chief of Staff Lt General Ahmed conveyed the cordial greetings of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al-Said.
He noted the strong Oman-Pakistan bilateral relations and expressed satisfaction over the existing level of defence cooperation, including frequent exchange of visits, training exchange programs and joint exercises.
The Chief of Staff expressed admiration for the Prime Minister’s speech at the UNGA and lauded his initiative for de-escalation of tensions in the Gulf and promoting regional peace and security.
The Chief of Staff also reiterated the Omani leadership’s invitation to the Prime Minister to visit Oman at the earliest convenience.
Earlier, Lieutenant General Ahmed Bin Harith called on Naval Chief Admiral Zafar Mahmood Abbasi in Islamabad. They discussed matters of mutual interest, regional security and bilateral cooperation.
The Naval Chief highlighted Pakistan Navy s role in regional maritime security.
The Chief of Staff of Oman armed forces appreciated strong relationship between navies of the two countries and reiterated resolve to further expand it.
On arrival, the dignitary was presented guard of honour. He laid wreath at the martyrs monument at the Naval Headquarters.
