ISLAMABAD, Jan 13 (NNN-APP) – Pakistani Prime Minister, Shahbaz Sharif, discussed enhancing existing bilateral relations at all levels, in a meeting with Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the prime minister’s office said, in a statement here.
Sharif, who is on a two-day official visit to the UAE from yesterday to today, at the invitation of Rashid, stressed the importance of intensifying and strengthening communication between the private sector of the two countries, for seeking investment opportunities, the statement from Islamabad added.
The Pakistani prime minister also underscored the importance of the Pakistan-UAE relationship, and expressed that Pakistan views UAE as a trusted political and economic partner, said the statement.
Sharif also praised the historical ties between Pakistan and UAE, and reaffirmed his government’s commitment to working closely with the leadership of the UAE, to further enhance bilateral cooperation.
Rashid welcomed the Pakistani prime minister to Dubai, and expressed his best wishes for the progress and development of Pakistan under his leadership.
Sharif extended an invitation to Rashid to visit Pakistan at mutually convenient dates, which he accepted.– NNN-APP
