ZANZIBAR, Oct. 13 -- ZANZIBAR President Dr Hussein Mwinyi has expressed his gratitude to the government of Oman for its continued cooperation and for strengthening the longstanding historical and fraternal ties between the two nations.

President Mwinyi made the remarks during a meeting with Omans Minister of Heritage and Tourism, Sheikh Salim bin Mohammed Al Mahrouqi, who was accompanied by Omans Consul General in Zanzibar, Said Salim Al Sinawi and a delegation from the Omani Ministry.

During the discussions, President Mwinyi reaffirmed Zanzibars commitment to deepening its close relationship with Oman, with a focus on mutual benefit, particularly in the areas of tourism, cultural exchange and the preservation of shared historical herit...