ISLAMABAD/ABUDHABI – Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi Monday called onSheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Foreign Minister of the United ArabEmirates.

Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi and his delegation was warmlyreceived by Foreign Minister, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed AlNahyan, at the UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abu Dhabi. Both sidesheld detailed discussions after the delegation-level talks.

Foreign Minister Qureshi appreciated the UAE’s progress and developmentover the last five decades. He attributed this achievement to the sagaciousand visionary leadership of the nation. Foreign Minister Abdullah thankedhim and acknowledged the valuable role played by the Pakistani Diaspora inthe UAE’s growth and prosperity.

The Foreign Ministers reaffirmed their mutual desire to further strengthencordial relations between the two countries. They reviewed the entire gamutof bilateral relations, discussing ways to enhance cooperation in diverseareas including trade, investment, infrastructure, energy, technology,tourism, and manpower.

Foreign Minister Qureshi outlined his plans for showcasing the history aswell as the future potential of Pakistan-UAE cooperation at EXPO 2020 Dubaiin October 2021. The Foreign Ministers also discussed ways to provide freshimpetus to existing Pakistan – UAE ties. In this regard, they agreed tofacilitate Ministerial level visits from both sides.