Islamabad (TDI): President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday received Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Pakistan, Salem Mohammed Salem Al Bawab Al Zaabi, at Aiwan-e-Sadr, reaffirming the strength of bilateral ties between the two countries.
Welcoming the newly appointed envoy, the President extended his best wishes for a successful tenure and appreciated the services of the outgoing ambassador.
He expressed Pakistan’s gratitude for the UAE’s consistent support, particularly in the economic and infrastructure sectors, and conveyed Pakistan’s readiness to host UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on an official visit at mutually convenient dates.
The meeting reviewed the close brotherly relations between Pakistan and the UAE and discussed ways to expand cooperation in political, economic, defense and people-to-people domains.
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The President said that the UAE has held a special place for his family since the very establishment of the Emirates, noting that the relationship spans generations, from Zulfikar Ali Bhutto to Benazir Bhutto, and continues today, with the UAE being home to his daughter. He said this personal bond reflects the depth of trust and affection that underpins Pakistan-UAE relations.
President added that while the UAE is Pakistan’s largest trading partner in the Middle East and financial cooperation between the two countries remains strong, there is further scope to expand collaboration in investment, energy, the digital economy and infrastructure development.
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He also paid tribute to the Pakistani community in the UAE, acknowledging its vital role in contributing to the UAE’s development while serving as a strong bridge between the two countries.
Parliamentary Leader of PPP in the Senate, Senator Sherry Rehman, and Senator Saleem Mandviwala also attended the meeting.
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