The high-level meeting at Nur Khan Air Base in Islamabad marks a significant step forward in UAE-Pakistan relations. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed President Sheikh Mohamed at the start of the discussion, emphasizing both nations’ shared commitment to enhancing their bilateral ties.
During the talks, the two leaders exchanged views on regional and international issues, underscoring the importance of supporting peace, security, and stability initiatives both regionally and globally. President Sheikh Mohamed expressed appreciation for the warm reception and highlighted the deep-rooted ties between the UAE and Pakistan, noting the strong cultural and people-to-people connections that bind the two nations.
Key Focus Areas
The UAE President reaffirmed the nation’s keenness to broaden cooperation with Pakistan in development-focused sectors including:
Sheikh Mohamed recalled the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan’s longstanding commitment to bolstering relations with Pakistan, underscoring the historical foundation of bilateral cooperation.
“The UAE’s keenness to broaden cooperation with Pakistan, particularly in key development-focused sectors such as the economy, energy, investment, and technology.”
Strategic Opportunity Through UN Platform
His Highness highlighted Pakistan’s current seat on the UN Security Council as a valuable opportunity to strengthen joint efforts in supporting peace worldwide. He underlined the importance of continued coordination between the two countries on regional and international affairs, reiterating the UAE’s consistent approach of resolving disputes through dialogue and diplomacy.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif commended the UAE’s developmental initiatives in Pakistan and welcomed the growing ties between the two countries. He also praised President Sheikh Mohamed’s role in promoting regional and international stability and cooperation.
High-Level Delegation
The UAE delegation 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. The Pakistani side was represented by Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff, along with a number of ministers and senior officials.
This official visit reflects the two nations’ commitment to regional stability and peace initiatives, continuing a pattern of strong diplomatic engagement in the Gulf region.
