TANZANIA and Oman have marked impressive milestones in fostering economic and investment endeavours between their countries.
That was expressed by the Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Co-operation, Mr Bernard Membe, when he hosted a farewell dinner to the outgoing Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman, Yahya Moussa Albakri in Dar es Salaam on Wednesday.
“I commend your unshaken commitment to duty, clarity of purpose, decisiveness and visionary support of common interest for the mutual benefit of our two brotherly countries,” said Mr Membe to the outgoing ambassador who has just finished his six years tour of duty in the country.
Tanzania and Oman have been cooperating in various development projects that include the rehabilitation of the Muhimbili National Hospital, the extension and rehabilitation of the Zanzibar airport, assistance in preservation of government archives both in the Mainland and Zanzibar and the rehabilitation of Stone Town iconic buildings and landmarks.
The minister further acknowledged the strong bilateral ties that have continued to grow between the two countries. Recently, Oman organised an International Symposium on Islamic Civilization in East Africa that was held in Zanzibar, September of this year and a related exhibition on Archives of Omani Culture that took place in Dar es Salaam during the same month.
On his part, the outgoing ambassador said that his family has deep connections to Tanzania, as his own mother was actually born here in Shinyanga Region.
“The past years of my tenure have forged strong bonds between my family and Tanzanian brothers and sisters. These strong relations have made us feel that Tanzania has become our second home,” said Ambassador Albakri.
Ambassador Albakri has also hailed the historical visit by President Kikwete last year, saying that it opened many doors to the promotion of relations and cooperation in many fields.
“The visit produced the signing of dozens of memorandums of understanding (MoU) and several investment projects,” said the ambassador.
The ambassador further thanked President Kikwete for his hospitality and generosity during his tenure in the country.
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