ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has arrived in Pakistan today on a one-day official visit.
Ahead of UAE president visit, extensive preparations have made in Islamabad to accord a warm and befitting welcome to the Emirati leader.
During his visit, the UAE president will hold meetings with Pakistan’s political and military leadership to discuss matters of mutual interest, regional developments, and ways to further enhance Pakistan-UAE cooperation.
According to the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the visit is expected to play a key role in boosting collaboration in critical sectors, including bilateral trade, investment, energy, infrastructure development, and economic cooperation. Both sides are also likely to review progress on ongoing projects and explore new opportunities for strategic partnerships.
In view of the high-profile visit, a public holiday has been declared in Islamabad. The Cabinet Division issued a notification announcing the closure of the Pakistan Secretariat and all federal government offices within the capital.
The Senate Secretariat and National Assembly Secretariat will also remain closed. Additionally, the Islamabad High Court and Islamabad district courts have announced a holiday for December 26, with the Federal Constitutional Court canceling its cause list for the day.
However, essential services will remain operational. Hospitals, banks, emergency services, the Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad, CDA offices, Islamabad Police, IESCO, and Sui Northern Gas offices will continue to function as usual.