Lahore, December 26, 2018 (PPI-OT):Minister for Tourism of Oman Ahmed Bin Nasser Al Mahrizi has said that private sectors of Oman and Pakistan can play an important role to tap huge economic potential in various sectors of both countries. He was speaking at the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The LCCI Senior Vice President Khawaja Shahzad Nasir, Vice President Faheem-ur-Rehman Saigal, Executive Committee Members and former Omani Ambassador Abdullah Bin Zaher Bin Saif Al Hussaini also spoke on the occasion.
The Minister said that chambers of both countries should establish strong contacts and ensure timely dissemination of trade related information. He said that the tourism industry of Oman is growing rapidly. There are a lot of tourist attractions which includes beaches, Desert Safari, Caving, Hiking, Historic and Cultural Locations, Forts, World Heritage sites, Cultural Festivals and Sporting and adventure events. He said that Oman and Pakistan can work together in tourism sector.
He invited the LCCI delegation to visit Oman and explore trade and investment opportunities. He said that Oman is one of the few countries who had signed Free Trade agreement with United States. It can be beneficial for Pakistani business community as well. He said that Oman has road communication with Africa, Yaman and Arab Countries. It is a hub of economic activities in this geographical territory.
LCCI Senior Vice President Khawaja Shahzad Nasir and Vice President Faheem Ur Rehman Saigal said that Tourism industry of Pakistan is growing because of peaceful environment all across the country, foreign tourists are feeling safe to visit Pakistan. They invited Omani investors to invest in tourism industry of Pakistan and avail huge benefits.
They said that Oman has a rich experience in oil exploration, therefore Omani companies can go for joint venture in exploration of oil in Pakistan. Moreover, Pakistan can provide manpower services in sectors like education, health, engineering, construction, telecommunication and etc.
Former Omani Ambassador Abdullah Bin Zaher Bin Saif Al Hussaini said that he wants to look more Pakistani Businessmen in Oman. He said that Omani respects Pakistani brothers a lot. Zafar Iqbal Chaudhry, Naeem Hanif, Khaleeq Arshad, Dr. M. Arshad, Mian Zahid Javaid, Aqib Asif, Rehmatullah Javed, Aqib Asif and Zafar Mahmood were also present in the meeting.
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