RAWALPINDI: Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have held discussions on the regional security environment and strengthening of bilateral defence cooperation, the military’s media wing stated in a press release on Wednesday.
According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the military’s media wing, General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), who is currently on an official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), held separate meetings with key Emirati leadership to discuss regional security and defence cooperation.
“General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, called on Mohammed Fadal Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Defence, UAE and Lieutenant General Issa Saif Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Chief of Staff of the UAE Armed Forces and Dr Nasser Humaid Al Nuaimi, Secretary General of Tawazun Council,” said the statement.
The discussions focused on the regional security environment and the strengthening of bilateral defence cooperation. The CJCSC also visited Tawazun Industrial Park and witnessed different manufacturing facilities.
“The civil and military leadership of the UAE appreciated the professionalism of Pakistan Armed Forces and lauded their sacrifices in the fight against terrorism,” the ISPR said.
It is worth mentioning that last month the Pakistan Navy warship Yarmook participated in two defence exhibitions held in the UAE, highlighting the South Asian nation’s robust defence ties and active role in global maritime security.
On February 27, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited Pakistan for a one-day trip, accompanied by a high-level delegation of senior officials and business leaders.
During the visit, both sides signed five agreements aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation in areas such as banking, railways, mining, and infrastructure investment.
The UAE remains one of Pakistan’s key economic and strategic partners, with strong collaboration across multiple sectors.
Pakistani diaspora in the UAE, which is the second-largest Pakistani expatriate community worldwide, continues to play a pivotal role in the development and success of both countries, serving as a bridge between the two nations.
