- The Prime Minister underlines Pakistan’s readiness to expand cooperation.
- The president of the United Arab Emirates emphasizes the importance of shared prosperity.
- Both leaders reaffirm their dedication to peace and progress in the region.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who landed in Rahim Yar Khan on Sunday, with both leaders expressing their shared commitment to deepening economic, political and cultural ties.
The UAE President was welcomed at Rahim Yar Khan Airport by Prime Minister Shehbaz, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, Defense Minister Khawaja Asif, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar and others.
During the meeting, they discussed a wide range of issues, including economic collaboration, regional stability, climate change and promoting mutual interests on the global stage, the Prime Minister’s Office said in a statement.
Prime Minister Shehbaz praised the visionary leadership of the UAE and its role as Pakistan’s key partner in development and investment.
He underlined Pakistan’s readiness to expand cooperation in sectors such as renewable energy, technology, trade, infrastructure and skill development.
Sheikh Mohamed highlighted the UAE’s keen interest in collaborating with Pakistan in the mining, minerals and agriculture sectors.
He expressed his admiration over how Pakistan’s economy has stabilized and is moving in the right direction under the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz. The president also emphasized that this renewed economic vigor has created prospects for greater bilateral investment and collaboration.
In his remarks, the visiting president also reiterated the UAE’s commitment to enhancing its long-standing partnership with Pakistan, highlighting the importance of people-to-people connections and shared prosperity.
The prime minister expressed his gratitude to Sheikh Mohamed for the UAE’s unwavering support during critical times, particularly in humanitarian assistance and development aid.
Both leaders reaffirmed their dedication to peace and progress in the region, promising to work closely on issues of mutual interest.
The meeting concluded with a joint determination to foster greater cooperation, particularly in priority sectors, ensuring a better future for both nations.
The partnership of both countries is rooted in shared history, culture and economic collaboration. The United Arab Emirates is home to a significant Pakistani diaspora, whose remittances contribute substantially to the country’s economy.
The Gulf nation also plays a vital role in providing humanitarian aid, encouraging infrastructure development and supporting Islamabad in difficult times cements this long-standing friendship.
Both nations collaborate in various sectors, including trade, energy and technology, reaffirming their commitment to mutual prosperity.
