ISLAMABAD ( WNAM REPORT): Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Sunday agreed to further boost economic, political, and cultural ties.
This came during a meeting between Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Pakistan’s city of Rahim Yar Khan, where the latter arrived on his private visit.
The two leaders also discussed a wide range of issues, including economic collaboration, regional stability, climate change, and the promotion of mutual interests on the global stage, said a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office.
Sharif underscored Pakistan’s readiness to expand cooperation in sectors such as renewable energy, technology, trade, infrastructure and skill development.
For his part, Al Nahyan highlighted the UAE’s keen interest in collaborating with Pakistan in the mining, minerals, and agriculture sectors according to the statement.
He also reiterated the UAE’s commitment to enhancing its longstanding partnership with Pakistan, emphasizing the importance of people-to-people connections and shared prosperity, it added.
The partnership of both countries is rooted in shared history, culture, and economic collaboration. The UAE hosts a significant Pakistani diaspora, whose remittances contribute substantially to the country’s economy.
The Gulf nation also plays a pivotal role in providing humanitarian aid, fostering infrastructure development, and supporting Islamabad in challenging times cements this enduring friendship.
Both nations collaborate across various sectors, including trade, energy, and technology, reaffirming their commitment to mutual prosperity.
