ISLAMABAD – Former Ambassador to UAE Asif Durrani commenting on PrimeMinister Imran Khan visit to Dubai said World Government Summit providesopportunities to enhance technology and investment in the world. It alsoprovides opportunities to enhance business activities.
Commenting on Pakistan and UAE bilateral relations, Asif Durrani saidPakistan has significant role in the development of UAE.
Presently, both countries have a bilateral trade of 7 billion dollars.Moreover, Pakistanis working in UAE are sending annual remittance of 4.5billion dollars, which will increase in future.
Former Ambassador to UAE said Arab countries are an important pillar of ourforeign policy and Pakistan has significant interaction with thesecountries in defence, trade and economic sectors.
Asif Durrani said present government is further strengthening its ties withthe Gulf States, which is welcoming. He said UAE investors can invest inPakistan but I think first the local investors increased their investments,it will enhance the confidence of foreign investors.
To a question about visa facilities, Asif Durrani said it is a good step ofthe incumbent government to promote tourism in Pakistan, he urged the needto provide facilities at tourist resorts keeping in view the culturalbackground of visitors.






