President Zardari Meets UAE Leader to Boost Cooperation

News Desk 

Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari’s official visit to the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday underscored growing momentum in Pakistan–UAE economic ties, as both sides signalled interest in scaling up cooperation across trade, investment and strategic development sectors.

Meeting with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi, President Zardari led a high-level delegation in talks aimed at translating longstanding political goodwill into deeper commercial and institutional collaboration.

Discussions focused on attracting Emirati investment into Pakistan’s energy, infrastructure, technology and development projects, while also expanding bilateral trade and private-sector engagement.

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Pakistani officials said the talks built on Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed’s recent visit to Pakistan, which had laid the groundwork for closer economic coordination. President Zardari acknowledged the UAE’s continued financial and diplomatic support, describing it as critical to strengthening Pakistan’s economic resilience and long-term growth.

Beyond economic issues, the two leaders reviewed regional and global developments, reaffirming a shared commitment to regional stability and sustainable development. Officials said the dialogue reflected increasing alignment on strategic issues affecting South Asia and the Middle East.

The visit comes as Pakistan seeks greater foreign investment and external partnerships to support economic reform, while the UAE continues to expand its footprint in regional development and infrastructure projects.

The meeting was attended by First Lady Bibi Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, highlighting the political weight attached to the engagement.