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U.A.E, Pakistan Vow to Expand Cooperation in Banking, Mining, Infrastructure development, Railways
- Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, visits Pakistan
- Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates exchange documents regarding agreements and Memoranda of Understanding for cooperation
By: Muhammad Arif, Editor NSN.Asia
Islamabad; Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates have exchanged documents regarding agreements and Memoranda of Understanding for cooperation in various fields including mining, railways, banking and infrastructure, leading to bolster the bilateral partnership.
The signing ceremony was held at the Prime Minister House in Islamabad on Thursday, which was witnessed both by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, arrived on his first official visit to Pakistan on Thursday at the invitation of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif.
During the visit, the Crown Prince engaged in wide-ranging interactions with the leadership of Pakistan to promote economic as well as investment cooperation.
Several agreements and Memorandums of Understandings will be signed during the visit to bolster existing robust framework for long-term collaboration in multifaceted sectors.
Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad, and reaffirmed his country’s steadfast support for Pakistan’s economic development and prosperity.
Pakistan Officials stated that this was the first official visit of His Highness to Pakistan, in his capacity as Crown Prince.
The Prime Minister warmly welcomed the Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince while reaffirming Pakistan’s resolve to further strengthen its historic and fraternal bonds between Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates. One on one meeting was followed by the delegation level talks.
Recalling his most productive meeting with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi earlier this month, the Prime Minister said it was a matter of huge satisfaction that the two countries are now working more closely to transform their excellent political ties into a mutually beneficial economic partnership.
The Prime Minister told that during his recent visit to Uzbekistan the project of Uzbekistan -Afghanistan-Pakistan Railway Line was discussed and Uzbekistan showed keen interest in the project. He further said the project will benefit the ports of Gwadar and Abu Dhabi and would prove to be a game changer for the whole region.
The Prime Minister lauded UAE’s consistent and strong support for Pakistan in various fields, including at difficult times. He deeply appreciated the keen interest shown by the UAE in expanding its investment portfolio in Pakistan and remarked that the recent successful investment initiatives between various Pakistani entities and Abu Dhabi Ports are a shining example of this robust and ever-expanding cooperation.
Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed, who was accompanied by a delegation comprising senior officials and business leaders, thanked the Prime Minister.
On this occasion, both leaders also witnessed the exchange of several Memoranda of Understanding and agreements between the two sides.
The MoUs and agreements were signed in the fields of Banking, Mining, Infrastructure development and Railways.
On this occasion, Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates reaffirmed commitment to further strengthening bilateral ties, particularly in the areas of business, infrastructure development, culture and people-to-people contacts.
Beside meeting with Pakistan PM, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, also called on President Asif Ali Zardari and at Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad Thursday.
Chairman Pakistan People’s Party, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, and senior government officials attended the meeting.
Welcoming the Crown Prince, the President said that Pakistan and UAE enjoy long-standing people-to-people and cultural ties spanning over three generations, and emphasized the need to pass on this legacy to future generations to further cement the historic bond.
The President expressed Pakistan’s appreciation for the UAE’s unwavering support to Pakistan and cooperation in various sectors.
His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed reiterated the UAE’s commitment to enhancing its cooperation with Pakistan.
Later, the President conferred the award of Nishan-i-Pakistan upon Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in recognition of his services and unwavering support to Pakistan during a special investiture ceremony at Aiwan-e-Sadr.
Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed had been instrumental in promoting economic, trade, and investment cooperation between Pakistan and the UAE, besides playing a pivotal role in strengthening the long-standing and fraternal relations.
Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan left Pakistan after completing his official visit to the country. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif saw off the Crown Prince at the airport this evening.
