The UAE and Pakistan signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the mutual exemption of entry requirements between the two countries. This applies to holders of diplomatic and official passport holders.

 

The agreement came into being as a result of the 12th session of the UAE-Pakistan joint ministerial commission, between Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister UAE and Ishaq Dar, Minister of Foreign Affairs Pakistan. 

 

The two leaders discussed bilateral relations and ways to strengthen them to serve mutual interests and prosperity for both citizens of UAE and Pakistan.

 

The meeting also witnessed the signing of an MOU regarding the establishment of a joint task force to promote Arab investment in strategic sectors in Pakistan, signed between Muhammad Hassan Al Suwaidi, Minister of Investment UAE, and Tariq Bajwa, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister of Pakistan.

 

Another agreement was also signed on artificial intelligence and digital economy by Muhammad Hassan Al Suwaidi and Zarar Hashim Khan, Federal Secretary, Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunications of Pakistan.

 

The UAE side participating in the joint commission was chaired by Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh, with Tariq Bajwa.

 

In his speech, Al Sayegh reinforced that the Joint Ministerial Commission meeting reflects the deep rooted partnership between the two nations, built on decades of cooperation and shared vision.

 

He extended his appreciation for Ishaq Dar, for his efforts to advance bilateral trade between UAE and Pakistan. He underscored that Pakistan has been a long standing partner of the UAE, with non oil trade exceeding $8.6 billion in 2024.

 

He noted that UAE and Pakistan have spent more than 50 years fostering a partnership rooted in mutual trust, respect and shared ideas, highlighting their joint commitment towards a brighter future.