ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday held telephonic conversations with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamin Bin Hamad Al Thani and conveyed greetings to them on the occasion of Eidul Adha. The PM also invited the President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to visit Pakistan which the latter accepted, according to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office.
During his conversation with the Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, the premier conveyed his wishes to the people of the brotherly country. The Emir of Qatar warmly reciprocated the greetings and extended best wishes to the people of Pakistan.
Moreover, The Prime Minister’s Office said that the invitation was extended by PM Shehbaz during a telephone call with the UAE president. He had called the UAE leader to convey warm greetings to him on Eid ul Adha.
“The prime minister also extended best wishes for the continued progress and prosperity of the brotherly people of the UAE. Reaffirming the fraternal relations between Pakistan and the UAE, the two leaders reiterated their mutual commitment to further expand and diversify special bilateral relations,” said the PMO.
Both the leaders expressed satisfaction over the excellent state of bilateral relations and resolved to carry forward the robust political and economic cooperation that exists between the two countries.
The two leaders agreed to maintain close contact and work together on all issues of common interest. Pakistan and Qatar enjoy close and cordial relations rooted firmly in shared faith, mutual understanding and commonality of interests.