Mohammed bin Rashid meets with Pakistan Prime Minister

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, met with Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan, in the presence of Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the UAE.

During the meeting that took place at the Margham Conservation Reserve on Thursday, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid highlighted the strong relationship between the two nations. The two leaders explored new opportunities to expand ties in various spheres in ways that will serve the interests of the people of the two nations. They also discussed the latest regional and global developments and diverse issues of common interest. Sheikh Mohammed said the historic relationship between the UAE and Pakistan provides a strong base for enhancing cooperation.

Pakistan Prime Minister Sharif arrived on Thursday morning on a two-day official visit to the UAE. Some ministers and senior officials also accompanied him.

During the meeting, he emphasised his country’s keenness to further strengthen bilateral cooperation. He also expressed his deep appreciation for the UAE’s development support and the aid that it extended to assist Pakistan in recovering from the devastating floods that hit the country last year.

The meeting was attended by Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group; Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, and a number of senior officials.