Islamabad, 1 August 2022 (TDI): The President of Pakistan, Arif Alvi, has expressed grief for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) citizens who lost their lives in the floods and condolences to the affected families and injured.
The President shared the message via a tweet.
صدر مملکت ڈاکٹر عارف علوی کامتحدہ عرب امارات میں سیلاب سے ہونےوالے جانی نقصان پر دکھ اور افسوس کا اظہار
صدر مملکت کا سیلاب میں پاکستانی شہریوں کی اموات پربھی اظہار افسوس
صدر مملکت کی سوگواران سے تعزیت اور ان کیلیے صبرجمیل کی دعا
صدر مملکت کی زخمیوں کی جلد صحتیابی کیلیے بھی دعا pic.twitter.com/NZUv3dgmx7
— The President of Pakistan (@PresOfPakistan) July 31, 2022
The Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif, also expressed condolences to the bereaved families in a tweet. He assured that Pakistan stands in solidarity with the government and people of the UAE at this difficult time.
At this difficult time, Pakistan stands in solidarity with the people and government of the UAE. I have directed the Pakistan Embassy in Abu Dhabi to extend full support to the affected families.
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) July 31, 2022
The Prime Minister asked the Embassy of Pakistan in Abu Dhabi to extend full support to the affected families.
From 27–29 July, the UAE recorded its highest rainfall in the last 27 years. The rain led to floods in three of the biggest states of the United Arab Emirates, including Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah. Five Pakistani Nationals also have also died in the floods.
Pakistan and UAE diplomatic Relations
In 1971, Pakistan was the first to recognize the federation of seven Emirates. Pakistan-UAE completed 50 years of diplomatic relations last year.
The two parties are closely aligned in promoting regional peace, stability, and development. Amid the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan, the United Arab Emirates ensured its full support to Pakistan to promote stability in Afghanistan.
Moreover, in January 2011, the UAE launched Pakistan Assistance Program to provide assistance in areas devastated by monsoon floods. This program has been proved vital as it provided construction of bridges, schools, etc., in many areas, including Swat.
Apart from this, they maintain strong trade relations. The UAE is Pakistan’s one of the largest trading partners. During COVID-19 Pandemic, both states ensured their full support during these difficult times. Pakistan also sent essential food supplies to UAE.
In May 2022, the Pakistani Prime Minister met with the President of the UAE, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The UAE President congratulated Shehbaz Sharif on his election as the Prime Minister of Pakistan.
The leaders agreed to strengthen bilateral trade and economic relations further.
