PM Shehbaz, UAE president resolve to further strengthen bilateral ties

Phone call reaffirms close ties, mutual interests and future cooperation between the two countries

ISLAMABAD:

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had a telephone conversation with the President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday.

During the conversation, the two leaders exchanged views on matters of common interest. Reaffirming the close fraternal ties between the two countries, they agreed to work closely to further enhance bilateral cooperation in different fields.

The premier offered his condolences on the damage caused by the recent floods in UAE, resulting in the loss of precious lives including those of Pakistani nationals. He also expressed his deepest sympathies.

Sheikh Mohamed also extended heartfelt commiserations on the loss of precious lives in floods in Pakistan as well as on the sad demise of army personnel in the recent helicopter crash.

Recalling the decisions taken during the prime minister's visit to the UAE in April 2022, the two leaders reviewed the progress made and resolved to further strengthen trade and economic ties, with particular focus on accelerating cooperation and building partnerships in areas comprising investments, energy, and infrastructure.

Highlighting the generous support extended by the UAE to Pakistan over the years, Shehbaz also welcomed the recent announcement by the UAE to invest $1 billion in various economic and investment sectors in Pakistan.

Read: UAE to invest '$1b' in Pak companies

Pakistan and the UAE enjoy close fraternal ties that are rooted firmly in common beliefs, shared values and culture. The UAE is Pakistan’s largest trading partner in the Middle East and a major source of investments, and hosts more than 1.6 million Pakistanis.