Pakistan, UAE eye expanded cooperation in emerging technologies

January 09, 2026 (MLN):  Pakistan–UAE relations are steadily progressing from traditional fraternal ties toward enhanced economic cooperation and investment, with a growing focus on private-sector collaboration and emerging technologies.

 Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted that both countries share deep-rooted and brotherly relations based on mutual trust and respect, noting that recent high-level engagements have helped build stronger confidence between investors and business communities of both sides.

The prime minister made these remarks during a meeting with a business delegation of the UAE’s Sajwani Group in Islamabad, according to Radio Pakistan.

Shehbaz Sharif said the recent visit of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to Pakistan has further strengthened bilateral partnership and created a favourable environment for expanding cooperation.

He emphasized that Pakistan attaches special importance to business-to-business collaboration in areas such as information technology, digital innovation, blockchain, and other emerging technologies, and welcomed the increasing interest of UAE investors in Pakistan’s digital economy.

The prime minister said the UAE’s investment capacity, innovation, and global reach, combined with Pakistan’s human capital and capabilities, offer a strong foundation for mutually beneficial economic development.

Expressing confidence in the future of bilateral ties, he said that with strong political support from the leadership of both countries, enhanced private-sector cooperation would take Pakistan–UAE economic relations to new heights.

The Sajwani Group reaffirmed its commitment to further cooperation and exploring new investment and economic partnership opportunities in Pakistan.

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