Islamabad (TDI): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has invited increased investment from the United Arab Emirates in key sectors, underscoring Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening its long-standing economic and strategic partnership with the UAE.
The Prime Minister received UAE Ambassador to Pakistan, Salem Mohammed Salem Al Bawab Al Zaabi, at PM House on Tuesday. The meeting was also attended by Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Tariq Fatemi and Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch.
Welcoming Ambassador Al Zaabi, Prime Minister Shehbaz congratulated him on his recent appointment and praised the deep-rooted, brotherly relations between Pakistan and the UAE. He said the two countries share a history of close cooperation, mutual respect and enduring friendship spanning several decades.
While conveying his warm regards and best wishes for the UAE leadership, the Prime Minister said that he looked forward to the upcoming visit of Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, to Pakistan.
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Expressing his satisfaction at the volume of bilateral trade between the two sides, the Prime Minister further highlighted the need for both sides to focus on enhancing economic ties, trade, investment opportunities, and collaboration in areas such as energy, minerals, IT, railways and aviation.
He emphasized Pakistan’s strong and abiding commitment to further strengthening its relations with the UAE and invited increased UAE investments in key sectors to support Pakistan’s economic growth and stability. He also acknowledged the UAE’s consistent support for Pakistan in times of need, including humanitarian assistance and developmental projects.
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Ambassador Al Zaabi thanked the Prime Minister for receiving him and conveyed the greetings and best wishes from His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. He reaffirmed the UAE’s firm resolve and keen interest to deepen its partnership with Pakistan across all spheres and assured the Prime Minister that he would work hard to explore new avenues for cooperation that would benefit both nations.
Sohail Majeed
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