MUSCAT, Jan 18 2011 -- Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor has praised Malaysians here for being able to contribute to Oman's development, but nonetheless reminded them to come home at some point in the future.
The wife of Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak said the fact that Malaysia could "export" professionals overseas showed that the country had developed the right strategies in terms of human capital development.
"But please remember Malaysia. Don't forget to come home because the country needs you as well," she told a gathering of about 200 Malaysians working and residing in Oman, at a hotel here Monday night.
The event was organised by the Malaysian embassy in conjunction with Rosmah's four-day visit to the sultanate as a guest of the government of Oman.
A Malaysian diplomat here said there were about 900 Malaysians in Oman, a Gulf state located in the southeastern corner of the Arabian peninsula.
Rosmah said they should do their best in undertaking their respective duties and also strive to maintain the good name of the country.
Rosmah's presence at the event created quite a stir, with the Malaysians taking the opportunity to shake hands and pose for pictures with her.
Earlier in the day, Rosmah took in the sights of Muscat during a cruise on board the Fulk Al Salamah (Ship of Peace) that belongs to the Ruler of Oman, Sultan Qaboos bin Said.
It is learned that it was very rare for the Omani monarch to consent to the 136m-long yacht being used to carry guests from outside the Omani royal family.
The food served during the two-hour cruise off the coast of Muscat came from the palace, according to an official.
Source : BERNAMA