SIALKOT, MAY 12 (DNA): The Sialkot International Airport Limited (SIAL) had the honour of welcoming the Ethiopian Ambassador to Pakistan Oumer Hussein Obaassumes during his official visit to the airport.
The distinguished guest was graciously received by Vice Chairman SIAL Waqas Afzal, esteemed
Members of the Board of Directors, and CEO SIAL.
During the visit, the vice chairman SIAL briefed the ambassador on the operational framework of the Sialkot International Airport Limited (SIAL), highlighting the airport’s international and domestic flight operations,
cargo handling facilities, and its growing role in regional connectivity and trade facilitation.
While addressing the session, the vice chairman acknowledged the longstanding bilateral relations between Pakistan and Ethiopia and expressed optimism for further strengthening ties between the two brotherly nations through enhanced aviation and trade collaboration.
The Ethiopian Ambassador showed keen interest in exploring opportunities related to air freight enhancement and the feasibility and future execution of international flight operations between Ethiopia and Sialkot.
Speaking during the meeting, the ambassador remarked that Pakistan holds immense untapped potential and emphasized the importance of translating vision into practical execution.
“I believe in execution, and Pakistan possesses tremendous potential that must be further enhanced through stronger cooperation between Ethiopia and Pakistan. We look forward to deepening this relationship and hope to soon witness Ethiopian Airlines landing at Sialkot International Airport,” the ambassador stated.
Members of the Board of Directors highly appreciated the ambassador’s visit and termed it a significant step towards fostering stronger bilateral engagement, particularly in the fields of aviation, trade, and cargo connectivity between the two countries.
The visit concluded on a positive note, reflecting mutual commitment towards building stronger institutional and economic linkages between Pakistan and Ethiopia.
