Muscat, May 10 (ONA) — Sheikh Mohammed bin Sa’ayed al-
Kalbani, Minister of Social Development met at his office today with Dr.
Mohammed bin Mubarak al-Araimi, Chairman of the Omani Journalists
Association (OJA) and members of the new Board of Directors.
The Minister of Social Development welcomed OJA Chairman
and the members, wishing them success in enhancing the positive role
of the society and serve all sectors of the local media. He hoped that
the Association would be the mirror that conveys positive image during
the Sultanate’s local and foreign participations. He stressed the role of
the Association in serving an important category of the Omani society
namely media men.
On his part, OJA Chairman hailed the support provided by the
Ministry to promote the services and programs rendered by the
different associations especially OJA. He affirmed that OJA is a partner
in promoting social work. He hoped that the Association’s members will
present the positive image of the Sultanate that witnesses security and
stability under the wise leadership of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos Bin
Said.
Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak al-Araimi, OJA Chairman thanked
the Ministry of the Social Development for the support it provides to the
Association. He pointed out that the upcoming period will witness
intensified participations, training and rehabilitation programs for media
men, in addition to taking part at the international forums and meetings
that require the Omani media to be present at such events.
Source: Oman News Agency