Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has reiterated Pakistan’s strong desire to elevate the excellent political ties with the United Arab Emirates to a mutually beneficial economic partnership. He expressed these sentiments during a meeting with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in Islamabad.
According to Radio Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed the deep-rooted fraternal ties between Pakistan and the UAE, built on shared history, mutual respect, and strong cultural and economic linkages. He conveyed his warm greetings to Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, and appreciated the UAE’s continued support for Pakistan in diverse sectors.
The Prime Minister expressed satisfaction with the positive trajectory of bilateral cooperation and emphasized enhancing cooperation in trade, investment, energy, and people-to-people contacts between the two countries. The meeting also covered discussions on the regional situation and global developments.
During the occasion, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan acknowledged the contributions of the Pakistani community in the UAE and reiterated his country’s resolve to deepen bilateral ties and explore new avenues for collaboration.