Sharif emphasized the UAE’s steadfast support, portraying recent aid to Pakistan as a testament to the historic and fraternal ties between the two nations’ leaders and people
By Asghar Ali Mubarak
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a warm and cordial telephone conversation on Friday with the President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in a discussion that underscored the enduring and multifaceted ties between the two nations.
According to officials, the leaders fondly recalled the UAE President’s first official visit to Pakistan last month, which included engagements in Islamabad and Rahim Yar Khan, and praised the tangible progress achieved in strengthening bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors.
During the call, Sharif highlighted the UAE’s consistent support, describing the assistance extended to Pakistan in recent years as a clear reflection of the historic and fraternal bonds that exist between the leadership and peoples of both countries.
“The UAE’s role has been instrumental in helping Pakistan navigate challenging times,” he remarked, noting that the partnership extended far beyond diplomacy, touching areas of economic development, investment, and strategic collaboration.
Officials said both leaders reaffirmed their shared commitment to further deepen relations, with discussions spanning trade, investment, energy cooperation, and regional security. They expressed determination to build on a relationship that has historically proven resilient, emphasizing the importance of translating strategic ties into initiatives that deliver concrete benefits to citizens on the ground.
In a post on the social media platform X, Prime Minister Sharif highlighted the depth of the bilateral relationship, noting that both sides remained committed to a forward-looking agenda that would continue to strengthen economic linkages, expand development projects, and enhance people-to-people connections.
The conversation also touched on broader regional issues, with both leaders agreeing to maintain close communication to ensure ongoing dialogue and coordinated approaches to shared challenges. Analysts noted that in an era of shifting geopolitical dynamics, the relationship between Islamabad and Abu Dhabi offers both nations a platform to pursue stability, economic growth, and cooperative responses to regional developments
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