UAE President, Pakistani PM hold talks to strengthen ties in investment, economy

The UAE is keen to broaden cooperation with Pakistan, particularly in key development-focused sectors such as the economy, energy, investment, and technology, President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has confirmed on Friday during a meeting with Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islam Abad.

Earlier today, the President arrived in the Asian country for an official visit and was received by Sharif at Nur Khan Airbase.

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The two leaders held talks on strengthening cooperation between the UAE and Pakistan, particularly in the fields of economy, investment, and development, in a way that serves mutual interests and advances their shared vision for progress and prosperity.

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Sheikh Mohamed and Sharif also exchanged views on regional and international issues of mutual interest. They underscored the importance of supporting efforts and initiatives aimed at promoting peace, security, and stability both regionally and globally.

He also underlined the importance of continued coordination between the two countries on regional and international affairs, noting that Pakistan’s current seat on the UN Security Council offers a valuable opportunity to strengthen joint efforts to support peace worldwide.

He also reiterated the UAE’s consistent approach of resolving disputes through dialogue and diplomacy, remarking that these pathways represent the most effective manner of overcoming challenges and achieving development and prosperity for all.

For his part, Sharif commended the UAE’s developmental initiatives in Pakistan and welcomed the growing ties between the two countries. He also commended the President's role in promoting regional and international stability and cooperation.

The meeting was attended by the accompanying delegation, which included Sheikh Sultan bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, Adviser to the UAE President; Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Adviser to the UAE President; several ministers and top officials, and Salem Mohammed Al Zaabi, Ambassador of the UAE to Pakistan.

From the Pakistani side, it was also attended by Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan, along with a number of ministers and senior officials.