Deputy Director General Amb. Lindsay Kiptiness, ndc (K) received H.E. Amb. Nasra Salim Mohamed Al-Hashmi, Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to Kenya, on a courtesy call
Deputy Director General Amb. Lindsay Kiptiness, ndc (K), this morning received H.E. Amb. Nasra Salim Mohamed Al-Hashmi, Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to Kenya, on a courtesy call.
The discussions underscored the long-standing and cordial relations between Kenya and Oman, anchored in shared history, geography, and Indian Ocean ties. Both sides expressed confidence that sustained dialogue and engagement would further strengthen bilateral relations for the mutual benefit of the two countries.
The meeting reviewed progress made in the finalisation of various Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) and agreements agreed upon during the inaugural round of Political Consultations held in Oman in 2025. It noted steady and positive advancement in concluding key instruments in priority sectors, including labour, agriculture and livestock, promotion and protection of investments, avoidance of double taxation, air services, and ports cooperation.
H.E. Amb. Al-Hashmi highlighted the growing demand in Oman for high-quality fresh produce from Kenya, including mangoes, avocados, potatoes, dried lime, passion fruit, and macadamia nuts, and encouraged Kenyan farmers to take advantage of the emerging market opportunities. Both envoys emphasized the importance of concluding a phytosanitary agreement on fresh produce to minimize barriers and facilitate smooth exports.
On labour matters, the meeting noted with concern the situation of several Kenyan nationals stranded in Oman and currently sheltering at the Kenya Embassy, having been defrauded by unscrupulous employment agents in Kenya on false promises of jobs in Oman. The Omani Ambassador clarified that Oman does not issue tourist visas to Kenyans for employment purposes and advised that job applications should be pursued strictly through official and approved channels.
Looking ahead, the two Ambassadors identified new areas for strategic cooperation, particularly in clean energy, a sector in which Kenya and Oman are well aligned with their respective national development visions.