(12 May 2024, Muscat) H.E. Ambassador Raul S. Hernandez paid a courtesy call to the Governor of Al Batinah North, H.E.Mohammed bin Sulaiman Al Kindi, on 12 May 2024 at the Governor’s office.

The Ambassador conveyed sincere gratitude to the Governor of Al Batinah North for the generous hospitality extended to Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in the region. Additionally, he expressed appreciation for the governor's invaluable assistance in addressing the concerns of Overseas Filipinos (OFs) regarding their welfare and protection. Ambassador Hernandez was briefed by the Governor on Sohar and its significant contribution to Oman's economy in various sectors including services, logistics, agriculture, and industry, highlighting Sohar as a major industrial hub. They also discussed the imperative to bolster trade and investment relations between the Philippines and Oman. (END).