UAE’s 53rd National Day, “Eid Al Etihad” – President for strengthening ties with Brotherly Country – PM sees Pak-UAE fraternal ties to grow further

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    President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Pakistan Hamad Obaid Ibrahim Salem Al-Zaabi cutting cake to mark the National Day of the United Arab Emirates.
    (Report : Tazeen Akhtar —— Pictures : Raja Ghulam Farid)
    ISLAMABAD: 17 Dec, 2024 -President Asif Ali Zardari has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening bilateral relations with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), describing the relationship as a bond rooted in “faith, trust, and mutual respect.”  Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday said that the brotherly ties, bonds of friendship and the mutual cooperation between Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates would grow further and touch the new historic heights.
    They were addressing a grand reception hosted by H.E Hamad Obaid Ibrahim Salem Alzaabi, Ambassador to mark the UAE’s 53rd National Day, “Eid Al Etihad” at Serena Hotels Islamabad. Both leaders felicitated the government and people of UAE on the celebration of the day.
    Chairman Senate Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani, Minister Information Attaullah Tarar, Minister Defense Khwaja Asif, Minister IT Shaza Fatima, Governor Sindh Kamran Tessori,high civil and military officials of Pakistan, members of the diplomatic community and senior officials attended the event.
    The President and the Prime Minister extended heartfelt congratulations to UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and the people of the UAE on the country’s national day.
    H.E Hamad Obaid Ibrahim Salem Alzaabi, in his welcome address, said that today, they were celebrating their founding fathers’ remarkable journey of progress.
    He said the two nations of UAE and Pakistan enjoyed strong bonds of brotherhood deeply rooted in historic ties and common interests. He reiterated the UAE’s resolve to further strengthen economic partnership with Pakistan and create new opportunities for the youth in diverse fields.
    President Asif Ali Zardari,  addressing the occasion, said that Pakistan wanted to enhance cooperation with the UAE in key sectors, such as information technology, renewable energy, agriculture, and tourism. He invited UAE businesses to explore opportunities in Pakistan’s economy, including the Pakistan Stock Exchange, renewable energy, and other promising sectors as it offered an investment-friendly environment.
    The President highlighted that Pak-UAE relations had flourished into a trustworthy strategic partnership, encompassing political, economic, and social dimensions. He added that the UAE was one of Pakistan’s most significant economic partners and one of the largest investors in the country.
    “The recent signing of multiple agreements in diverse sectors, including maritime, logistics, and aviation, reflects the UAE’s unwavering support and confidence in Pakistan’s economic potential,” the President said, expressing optimism for deepened bilateral cooperation.
    Highlighting the historic ties between the two nations, the President noted that Pakistan was the first country to establish diplomatic representation in the UAE even before its formal formation. He expressed gratitude for the UAE’s consistent support during Pakistan’s difficult times.
    The President appreciated the contributions of the 1.8 million-strong Pakistani diaspora in the UAE, who continue to play a vital role in the development of both countries. “This people-to-people connection exemplifies the mutual trust and goodwill between our countries,” he added.
    The President said that the UAE, since its unification, had made remarkable progress, emerging as a global hub for trade, investment, and tourism. He credited the visionary leadership of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan for laying the foundation of the UAE’s prosperity and its enduring relationship with Pakistan. The President lauded the UAE’s achievements in diverse fields and reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to fostering stronger ties with the UAE.
    Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, in his address, said the day commemorated the remarkable journey made by the UAE towards progress and prosperity as well as their unwavering support to the people of Pakistan.
    The prime minister said that they were immensely proud of the remarkable achievements of UAE which were achieved in the last few decades first under the visionary leadership of late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan who was a great friend of Pakistan and his generous contributions in the field of health, infrastructure and airports were known to all and sundry in Pakistan.

    Now his great work was carried out by his dynamic son, President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan whose practical approach towards transforming UAE had carved a great place for UAE in the comity of nations.
    The Prime Minister said they celebrated this historic occasion to reaffirm Pakistan’s unwavering support to the territorial integrity and solidarity of UAE.
    He said that the UAE leadership had always supported Pakistan in the critical times and mentioned that the recent IMF programme would not have been achieved without their support, adding that the respective leadership of the two countries was deeply engaged to promote trade and economy and in this regard interventions were being made at the G2G level.
    He also expressed his gratitude to the UAE for hosting a large number of Pakistanis, adding that the visa facility was again opened and facilitated by the UAE.
    He said that the two brotherly nations would march on the path of progress together and this friendship and bonds of brotherhood would touch the historic heights.

    Pakistan in the World – December 2024

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