By RepublicPK | December 26, 2025
Historic Arrival at Noor Khan Airbase
President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, arrived in Islamabad today for a highly anticipated one-day official visit. Upon landing at Noor Khan Airbase, the distinguished guest was received by Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir. In a display of high-level diplomatic honor, the UAE President was accorded a 21-gun salute and a guard of honor by a smartly turned-out contingent of the armed forces.
High-Level Engagements and Economic Cooperation
The UAE President is accompanied by a powerful delegation, including senior ministers and officials. During his stay, he is scheduled to hold a one-on-one meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to review the entire spectrum of bilateral relations. The discussions are expected to focus heavily on trade, energy, development, and regional stability. This visit is seen as a pivotal moment to finalize significant economic agreements that will further solidify the longstanding brotherly ties between the two nations.
A New Era of Strategic Partnership
The visit marks Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed’s first formal official visit as the President of the UAE. Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz also extended a warm welcome, describing the relationship between Pakistan and the UAE as “unparalleled and eternal.” With the capital declared a local holiday today, the visit reflects the deep commitment of both sides to enhancing collaboration in key investment areas. The meeting between the UAE’s leadership and Pakistan’s top civil-military brass signals a unified front in pursuing regional economic prosperity.