ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that Pakistan places strategic importance on business-to-business (B2B) collaboration with the United Arab Emirates, particularly in sectors such as information technology, digital innovation, and other emerging technologies.
He made the remarks during a meeting with Sajwani Business delegation of the UAE in Islamabad on Friday, Radio Pakistan reported.
The Prime Minister noted that the recent visit of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to Pakistan has further strengthened bilateral ties and created a conducive environment for expanding cooperation between the two countries.
He expressed satisfaction that recent high-level engagements and exchanges have enhanced mutual confidence among the private sectors and investors of Pakistan and the UAE, laying a strong foundation for deeper collaboration.
Stressing Pakistan’s priorities, the Prime Minister highlighted the country’s strong focus on business-to-business (B2B) collaboration, particularly in key sectors such as information technology, digital innovation, blockchain, and other emerging technologies.
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He welcomed the growing interest of UAE investors in Pakistan’s digital economy and underscored that the UAE’s strengths in investment, innovation, and global connectivity—combined with Pakistan’s skilled human capital and technological capabilities—create a highly complementary and mutually beneficial partnership for sustainable economic development.
Shehbaz Sharif expressed confidence that, with the strong support of the political leadership of both countries, increased private-sector collaboration will take economic cooperation between Pakistan and the UAE to new heights.
Sajwani Group reaffirmed its commitment to further enhance cooperation on investment and economic partnership opportunities in Pakistan.
The UAE is Pakistan’s third-largest trading partner after China and the United States, and a major source of foreign investment, valued at over $10 billion in the last 20 years, according to the UAE foreign ministry.
The two countries regularly engage in high-level diplomatic and economic dialogues to strengthen their strategic partnership and regional stability.
The relationship emphasises mutual support, economic growth, and shared development goals, reflecting a commitment to long-term collaboration.
