UAE, Pakistan promise to strengthen their relationship in a number of areas.

Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates have reiterated their determination to deepen their bilateral relationship, especially in the fields of commerce, infrastructure development, culture, and interpersonal interactions.

The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed, met with President Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr on Thursday and came to this accord.

Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, First Lady/MNA Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Ishaq Dar, and senior government officials attended the meeting.

Welcoming the Crown Prince, the President said that Pakistan and UAE enjoyed long-standing people-to-people and cultural ties spanning over three generations, and emphasised the need to pass on this legacy to future generations to further cement the historic bond.

The President appreciated the remarkable development achieved by the UAE under its dynamic leadership. In a number of areas, he conveyed Pakistan’s gratitude for the UAE’s consistent support and collaboration. He emphasized the importance of fostering closer economic and trade relations and invited UAE investors to explore new opportunities in Pakistan’s emerging sectors.

His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed reiterated the UAE’s commitment to enhancing its cooperation with Pakistan. He said that the Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed during his visit reflected the trust and enduring relations between the two countries.

Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed had been instrumental in promoting economic, trade, and investment cooperation between Pakistan and the UAE, besides playing a pivotal role in strengthening the long-standing and fraternal relations.

His leadership facilitated the announcement of significant investment initiatives in Pakistan’s economy, aimed at boosting key sectors such as infrastructure, energy, healthcare, and technology, contributing to Pakistan’s socio-economic progress.