uae sheikh visit pakistan

• The Founder
• The Emirates
• The Government
• Passport Strength
• Services for UAE Diplomats
• Services for Individuals
• Services for Businesses
• more services

Quick Links

• Travel requirements by destination
• UAE Missions Abroad
• UAE Events and Conferences

UAE President, Pakistani Prime Minister discuss bilateral relations

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed His Excellency Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar, Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, who is on a working visit to the UAE. During the meeting at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi, His Highness and the Prime Minister of Pakistan discussed cooperation between the UAE and Pakistan, with an emphasis on expanding opportunities to serve the interests of both nations. Particular focus was given to economic, investment, and developmental areas, alongside agriculture, food security, and energy, among other areas of cooperation that drive sustainable development and contribute to the prosperity of both countries. This engagement underscores the deep historical ties and mutual friendship that bind the UAE and Pakistan.The two leaders also reviewed regional and international issues of mutual interest, including developments in the Middle East and the crisis in the Gaza Strip. The meeting underscored the critical need for sustainable channels to deliver humanitarian aid to the Gazan people and the urgency of establishing an enduring ceasefire. They emphasiSed the need for international action to establish a clear path towards achieving a comprehensive, just, and lasting peace in the region, thereby ensuring the preservation of regional and global peace and stability. The meeting also touched upon the significance of the upcoming UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) in the UAE, highlighting its role in finding sustainable solutions and practical pathways to accelerate climate action. Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar expressed his appreciation for the long-standing friendship between Pakistan and the UAE. He thanked His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for the UAE's sustained developmental support and impactful initiatives in Pakistan, especially in the fields of health, education, and development. His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar witnessed the exchange of memoranda of understanding in various fields, including banking and financial services, energy, food and agriculture, logistics, mining, port operations, and water treatment.The memoranda were exchanged on behalf of the UAE by His Excellency Mohamed Hassan Alsuwaidi, Minister of Investment, and on the Pakistani side by Her Excellency Dr. Shamshad Akhtar, Minister for Finance, Revenue, and Economic Affairs. The meeting and the exchange ceremony were attended by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court; H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council; H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region; H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Advisor for Special Affairs at the Ministry of Presidential Court; Ali Mohammed Hammad Al Shamsi, the Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for National Security; Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure; Mohamed Hassan Alsuwaidi, Minister of Investment; Hamad Obaid Ibrahim Salem AlZaab, Ambassador of UAE to Islamabad; as well as the accompanying delegation of the Prime Minister of Pakistan, comprising several ministers and senior officials.

Related News

Uae ambassador presents credentials to the president of peru, uae expresses solidarity with jordan and conveys condolences over victims in accident involving humanitarian aid trucks enroute to gaza, uae strongly condemns terrorist attacks in dagestan, uae leaders congratulate president of slovenia on national day.

PM Shehbaz, UAE president exchange Eid greetings over telephone

Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed accepts PM’s invitation and expresses his willingness to undertake Pakistan’s visit soon

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif spoke with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan over the phone to extend Eid ul Adha greetings on Wednesday.

According to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office, both leaders expressed their wishes for the continuous development and prosperity of the people of Pakistan and the UAE. The prime minister thanked the UAE president for his ongoing support for Pakistan and reaffirmed Pakistan's full support for the UAE.

Reflecting on his highly productive visit to the UAE in May 2024, Prime Minister Shehbaz reiterated Pakistan's strong commitment to transforming the brotherly relations between the two countries into a sustainable and mutually beneficial strategic partnership focused on trade and investment.

Also read: UAE commits $10b investment in Pakistan

Highlighting the importance of regular high-level exchanges between the two nations, the prime minister invited the UAE president to visit Pakistan soon. Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed accepted the invitation and expressed his willingness to undertake an official visit in the near future.

Both leaders agreed to maintain close contact to further strengthen the fraternal and close relations between their countries.

Additionally, Prime Minister Shehbaz also called the leaders of Qatar, Kuwait, Turkey, and Tajikistan to extend Eid ul Adha greetings.

Comments are moderated and generally will be posted if they are on-topic and not abusive.

For more information, please see our Comments FAQ

Shehbaz Sharif and Bill Gates aim for Eradicating Polio in Pakistan | Prime Minister

Khosa urges parliamentary approval for military operation azm-e-istehkam

Gandapur reacts to claims about his meeting with the Army Chief and DG-ISI

Hina Rabbani alleges the economic survey book contains fabricated statistics

Faisal Siddique vs CJ Isa during the live hearing on the reserved seats case | Breaking

Izharul Hasan's Powerful Speech in National Assembly | Economic and Social Issues Highlighted

PTI'S take on reserve seats case In Supreme Court | Faisal Javed Press Conference | Breaking

Maulana Fazal ur Rehman Condemns Operation Azm-e-Istehkam: Calls for Equality and End to Dominance

PMD Predicts Hot, Dry Weather with Sporadic Thunderstorms Across Pakistan

PML-N and PPP Reach Agreement on Political and Development Issues in Punjab

EU's Plan to Use Frozen Russian Funds for Ukraine: Borrell | Breaking News ‪@theexpresstribune‬

Houthis, Islamic Resistance Hit Haifa Port | Breaking News ‪@theexpresstribune‬

Netanyahu Hopes for U.S. Arms Dispute Resolution Amid Israel-Gaza Tensions

Nosheen Iftikhar Brings Bangles for Asad Qaiser in the National Assembly | PML-N Vs PTI

Khawaja Asif Accuses PTI of Undermining Military, Defends Operation Azm-e-Istehkam | NA

No political motives behind 'Azm-e-Istehkam' operation, framework to be clarified soon: Asif

Rishi Kapoor often lost his cool on set, says Nana Patekar

Judge vows to rule 'according to law' in Iddat Nikkah case

Police officer’s relative mysteriously shot dead at Karachi’s Abbasi Shaheed Hospital

Another PIA flight attendant goes missing in Canada

1,079 out of 1,301 dead Hajj pilgrims lacked permits: Saudi security spokesman

UAE denies reports of visa ban for Pakistanis

UAE may roll over another $1b loan

Pak-UAE cooperation in tourism proposed

PSX cheers IMF loan, UAE investment

If SIC controllers shift stance, you'll be left high and dry, CJP tells PTI

‘Azm-e-Istehkam’: Pakistan plans new diplomatic push against TTP sanctuaries in Afghanistan

Government employees demand 25% salary raise

Hot and humid: Is Karachi undergoing wet-bulb phenomenon?

NDMA issues alert ahead of expected stormy rains in July

Punjab on high alert as heavy monsoon rains predicted

Implications of re-engaging Afghan Taliban

Coalition of the caring

Reviving educational integrity

BRICS: emergence of polycentric, multimodal harmonic world

Every child is special

China’s loud and clear message for Pakistan

• Entertainment News
• Life & Style
• Prayer Timing Pakistan
• Weather Forecast Pakistan
• Online Advertising
• Subscribe to the Paper
• Style Guide
• Privacy Policy
• Code of ethics

This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, redistributed or derived from. Unless otherwise stated, all content is copyrighted © 2024 The Express Tribune.

• Politics & Security
• Economy & Business

UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed visits Pakistan as its economy crumbles

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed  arrived in crisis-ridden Pakistan  on Tuesday for a two-day visit to meet with the country’s Prime Minister Rahim Shebaz Sharif, as the country plunges into an economic mess. 

The Emirati president was received by Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and a number of ministers and senior officials. The visit comes two weeks after Sharif visited Abu Dhabi earlier this month in an effort to seek UAE's help as Islamabad navigates an economic and energy crisis. 

Access the Middle East news and analysis you can trust

Join our community of Middle East readers to experience all of Al-Monitor, including 24/7 news, analyses, memos, reports and newsletters.

Only $100 per year.

Sign up for our newsletter

Daily briefing, the takeaway, week in review, business & tech briefing, security briefing, china-middle east briefing, gulf briefing, turkey briefing, israel briefing, palestine briefing, us confrontation with iran’s proxies: live q&a with jared szuba and elizabeth hagedorn.

The Israel-Hamas War: Live Q&A with Amb. David Satterfield (Part 2)

Choose your path to continue reading

Enjoy your complimentary article.

Provide your email and get free access to one article.

Thank you! Check your email to view your article.

You have already accessed your free article. Please consider subscribing to access all of Al-Monitor.

Or get unlimited all-access

Subscribe now to access all Al-Monitor content.

• All News & Analysis
• Memos & Reports
• All Newsletters

Oops! It looks like you already enjoyed your free article

To continue reading Al-Monitor articles, please subscribe.

Get unlimited all-access

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation with President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and conveyed warm greetings on the blessed occasion of Eid-ul-Adha, earlier today. 

The two leaders extended best wishes and prayers for the continued progress and prosperity of the peoples of both the UAE as well as Pakistan.

The Prime Minister reiterated Pakistan's deep appreciation to the President for the UAE's consistent support to Pakistan and also reaffirmed Pakistan's full support to the UAE through thick and thin.

Recalling his most productive visit to the UAE last month, the Prime Minister reaffirmed Pakistan's strong commitment to transform the fraternal and special ties between the two countries into an enduring and mutually beneficial strategic partnership, especially focused on trade and investment.

Emphasizing the significance of frequent high level exchanges between the two countries, the Prime Minister reiterated to Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan a most cordial invitation to undertake an official visit to Pakistan, at his earliest convenience.

In response, Sheikh Mohamed graciously conveyed his acceptance of the invitation and agreed to undertake an official visit to Pakistan at an early date.

Both leaders agreed to remain in close contact in order to advance their shared desire to take the brotherly and close ties between the two countries to even greater heights. 

• Privacy Policy
• Submissions

Two-day weekend for Punjab schools as Saturday now a holiday

'operation azm-e-istehkam’ gets federal cabinet nod despite opposition's protest, pakistan reports fifth polio case of 2024 in balochistan, saudi arabia suspends umrah visa issuance for this country, china announces visa-free entry for another country as travel rebounds, tiktoker rabeeca khan and hussain tareen's dreamy engagement picture go viral, hajj 2024 deaths: over 80 percent pilgrims lacked permit, fbise matric results 2024 latest update here, karachi, sindh rain update amid sweltering weather, check sindh's new vehicle registration policy after end of 60-day deadline, uae president mohammad bin zayed due in pakistan tomorrow on second visit in a month.

ISLAMABAD – United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan will arrive in the Pakistani capital Islamabad at the invitation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif .

Reports in local media said the Emirati monarch will interact with top political leaders including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to discuss the economy, trade, and investment, besides the regional and global situation.

In light of Mohamed bin Zayed’s arrival, the capital administration has announced a public holiday in Islamabad on January 30 (Monday).

UAE President earlier arrived in Pakistan on Wednesday and was received by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and a number of ministers and senior officials.

During the last meeting, Islamabad and Abu Dhabi reviewed the bilateral ties and exchanged views to enhance joint cooperation in a way that serves both nations and their peoples.

PM Shehbaz, UAE president discuss ways to boost bilateral ties in Rahim Yar Khan

The premier and UAE President also discussed various cooperation paths, especially in the fields of economy, trade, and development.

UAE President's visit comes on the heels of Shehbaz's visit to UAE as top leaders visited friendly nations as forex reserves held by the country’s central bank fell to a critical level amid worst economic crisis.

Daily Pakistan Global Web Desk

'Operation Azm-e-Istehkam’ gets federal cabinet nod despite ...

Check sindh's new vehicle registration policy after end of 60-day ..., budget 2024-25: proposal to impose 18% tax on infant formula milk ..., swat mob lynching incident: who is behind the latest blasphemy case ..., state dept releases report on pakistani women officers receiving ..., national assembly passes resolution against mob lynchings in pakistan, pakistani city bans e-cigarettes, vapes for 60 days, swat mob lynching case: police arrest 23 people based on cctv footage ..., advertisement, 'operation azm-e-istehkam’ gets federal cabinet nod despite opposition's ..., tiktoker rabeeca khan and hussain tareen's dreamy engagement picture go ..., gold & silver, gold price in pakistan sees rs500 increase per tola, currency rates in pakistan - pak rupee to us dollar, euro, pound, dirham, riyal - 25 june 2024.

Pakistani rupee rates against US Dollar and other currencies on June 25, 2024 (Tuesday) in open market.

USD to PKR Rate Today

US dollar was being quoted at 277.5 for buying and 280.65 for selling.

Euro's buying rate stands at 293.5 and selling rate is 297.2 while British Pound rate is 348.5 for buying, and 351.45 for selling.

UAE Dirham AED was at 75.05 and Saudi Riyal at 72.95.

Currency Rates in Pakistan

Source: forex association of pakistan. (last update 09:00 am), daily horoscope – march 1, 2024, e-paper daily pakistan urdu, tiktoker rabeeca khan and hussain tareen's dreamy engagement ..., feroze khan seeks prayers for father amidst health battle, pakistani singer mai dhai makes her way to times square billboard, hania aamir and fahad mustafa's bold photoshoot goes viral, sonakshi sinha ties the knot with zaheer iqbal, humayun saeed clears the confusion about his daughter, birthday girl ramsha khan drops jaws in black outfit, from tharparkar to times square: folk music sensation mai dhai's ..., the rise and fall of pakistan in icc t20 world cups, tax on beauty products, building resilience: pakistan's journey through climate extremes, reflections on iranian president's demise, nutrition care for liver cancer , changing the narrative of power, iran's geopolitical landscape: implications for pakistan , why moving to us is overrated now.

• Supreme Court resumes hearing on SIC plea against denial of reserved seats 10:27 AM | 24 Jun, 2024
• State Dept releases report on Pakistani women officers receiving military training in US 11:29 PM | 23 Jun, 2024
• Tecno Camon 30 LOEWE Edition launched, price, specifications 03:38 PM | 21 Jun, 2024
• World leaders who died in plane crashes! 09:38 PM | 21 May, 2024
• BAT launches Global Business Solutions Hub in Lahore 04:32 PM | 15 May, 2024
• Who is the most followed Pakistani actor on Instagram?  09:55 PM | 3 Apr, 2024

Follow us on Facebook

Follow us on twitter, sign up for newsletter, famous people, who is ebrahim raisi iranian president who died in plane crash, world's oldest man shares details about his eating habits, elon musk shares 5 tips for young people, aseefa bhutto: all you need to know about pakistan’s first lady to be, shehbaz sharif: all you need to know about new pakistan's pm, shadab khan, profile: bushra bibi, profile: sarfaraz ahmed .

Copyright ©2024. Reproduction of this website's content without express written permission from 'Daily Pakistan' is strictly prohibited.

Today's Paper | June 25, 2024

Uae president commits to investing $10bn in pakistan.

United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al-Nahyan on Thursday committed to investing $10 billion in multiple sectors of the Pakistani economy.

A statement released by state-run Pakistan Television on social media platform X said the development came in an Abu Dhabi meeting of the UAE president with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif who is on a day-long visit to the Mideast nation.

The statement added that Sheikh Mohamed “assured UAE’s support in all circumstances and made commitment of investing $10bn in multiple sectors in Pakistan”.

PM Shehbaz conveyed his gratitude to the UAE leadership for hosting the Pakistani diaspora of 1.8 million and highlighted Pakistan’s “huge human resource potential” that could be engaged in multiple sectors.

“The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss whole gamut of bilateral relations, including cooperation in political, economic, social, cultural and defence sectors. [The] prime minister underscored the importance of galvanising existing cooperation and strengthening strategic partnership, including in the field of information technology, renewable energy and tourism.

“[The] prime minister highlighted steps taken by the government aimed at ensuring socio-economic stability in the country and building investors’ confidence. He reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to ensure meaningful implementation of investment cooperation agreements in the areas of energy, port operations projects, wastewater treatment, food security, logistics, minerals, and banking and financial services,” the statement said.

It added that the two exchanged views on other issues of mutual interest, including regional and global developments.

PM Shehbaz also reiterated his invitation to the UAE president for an official visit to Pakistan, which Sheikh Mohamed accepted.

PM Shehbaz said he had a “very productive exchange” with the UAE president.

“Grateful to his highness for UAE’s consistent support for Pakistan. We agreed to continue working closely to further strengthen the brotherly and cooperative ties between Pakistan and UAE.”

In UAE not to seek loans but ‘collaborations, investments’

Earlier, PM Shehbaz said the aim of his day-long visit was “not to seek loans but joint collaborations and investments”.

Addressing a round table session of the IT community in Abu Dhabi, he said: “Today I am here […] not to seek loans but to seek joint collaborations and joint investments, which have mutual benefits for the investor and draw dividends through hard work, ingenuity and by using modern tools and skills.

“I want to share with you my broad parameters of our programme; we want to provide the highest quality vocational training and empower our youth with modern skills so that they can come to the UAE,” he added.

“From Pakistan, […] provide services through remote mechanisms and generate livelihoods, support SMEs, startups, and other integral activities combined with this. I’m prepared to take this risk,” PM Shehbaz asserted.

“Gone are the days when I will go to a brotherly country with a begging bowl; I have broken that bowl.”

“That bowl will lead us nowhere. When was the last time that a country prospered through aid, handouts and bowls?” he asked.

The prime minister said that in his meeting with the UAE president, he would request him to “offer your trainers to train our people”.

PM Shehbaz further expressed his “iron resolve to completely transform the economy of Pakistan in collaboration with our brothers here in UAE — be it through joint ventures, collaborations or knowledge-sharing partnerships”.

“In the short span of 2.5 months, we have transformed our IT ministry in Islamabad but there’s a long way to go,” he added. The premier noted that Pakistan’s population, almost 60 per cent of which comprised of youth, offered great potential.

The prime minister highlighted that he had “spent the last two and a half months focusing on how to promote information technology and artificial technology in various sectors of our economy”, including IT, agriculture, mines and minerals.

{try{this.style.height=this.contentWindow.document.body.scrollHeight+'px';}catch{}}, 100)" width="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="height:400px;position:relative" src="https://www.dawn.com/news/card/1794678" sandbox="allow-same-origin allow-scripts allow-popups allow-modals allow-forms">

PM Shehbaz praised the UAE president for “carving out a way forward which will not be dependent on oil and gas but on non-oil and non-gas economy”, adding that it did so by training its youth, promoting industrial complexes and digital economy, and making the country a hub of imports and exports.

He further appreciated the UAE president for being “generous like his great father, supporting Pakistan in its most difficult times”. “We will never forget his support and generosity to Pakistan.”

State Minister for IT Shaza Fatima Khawaja also addressed the event.

Arrival in Abu Dhabi

The premier arrived in the UAE on a day-long visit earlier today.

Upon his arrival in Abu Dhabi, the premier was welcomed by UAE Vice President and Deputy PM Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the government said in a post on X.

Pakistani Ambassador to UAE Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, Emirati envoy to Pakistan Hamad Obaid Ibrahim and senior officials from both countries were also present to receive the premier, the PML-N said .

Shortly after his arrival, the prime minister described the visit as “short but important”.

“Looking forward to a fruitful exchange of views with the UAE leadership with a view to deepen the historic and brotherly PAK-UAE ties,” he said in a post on X.

This was PM Shehbaz’s first visit to the UAE since assuming his office after the February 8 general elections.

According to Radio Pakistan , PM Shehbaz had earlier today departed for the UAE along with key cabinet members, including Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan and Special Assistant to PM Tariq Fatemi.

According to the Foreign Office (FO), PM Shehbaz was also likely to hold meetings with other Emirati dignitaries, businesspersons and heads of financial institutions.

The FO, noting that both countries had “long-standing fraternal relations deep-rooted in religio-cultural affinity”, had said that such high-level exchanges formed a “distinguishing feature” of brotherly ties between Pakistan and the UAE.

The visit marks an important step towards further deepening multifaceted bilateral collaboration between Pakistan and the UAE, the FO had highlighted.

The premier’s visit follows high-level exchanges between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia in the past two months, including two trips made to the kingdom in April.

{try{this.style.height=this.contentWindow.document.body.scrollHeight+'px';}catch{}}, 100)" width="100%" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="height:400px;position:relative" src="https://www.dawn.com/news/card/1827800" sandbox="allow-same-origin allow-scripts allow-popups allow-modals allow-forms">

Shehbaz last visited the UAE in July 2023 — during his previous term as the prime minister — to console the death of the UAE president’s brother, Sheikh Saeed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan.

Prior to that, he made a two-day trip to the Gulf nation in January 2023 to strengthen economic, trade and investment ties with the country.

PM Shehbaz lands in UAE on two-day visit with focus on advancing economic, trade ties

Areas of cooperation with Saudi Arabia identified: PM Shehbaz

President urges US, UAE to invest in stock market

Yousuf Dewan Companies revives Shehzore and launches electric car Honri VE in Pakistan

سوات: توہین مذہب کے الزام میں مشتعل ہجوم نے شہری کو زندہ جلادیا، پولیس اسٹیشن بھی نذرآتش

شارک کا پیٹ چاک کرکے نکالی گئیں اوبھایو کے بیٹوں کی باقیات کراچی میں کہاں دفن ہیں؟

ہمایوں سعید پاکستان کے شاہ رخ خان ہیں، متھیرا

Who Will Hold Israel Accountable?

Trust Deficit: KP Parties Reject Military Operation

Senior US State Dept Official Resigns Over Gaza

Where The Billionaires Go?

Top News Stories: Pakistan Budget 2024-25 Under Fiery Debate

T20 World Cup: Australia’s Survival on the Line Against India

Let’s Talk About Diversity & Discrimination In Pakistani’s Modelling World

Why Is Israeli War Cabinet Important?

Dear visitor, the comments section is undergoing an overhaul and will return soon.

Latest Stories

Afghanistan beat Bangladesh to reach T20 last four; Australia eliminated from World Cup

SC full court resumes hearing SIC plea seeking reserved seats in assemblies

WikiLeaks says Julian Assange is ‘free’, has left UK

GB unveils Rs140bn deficit budget

Govt borrowing exceeds two-year combined figure

Oil industry rejects budgetary measures

Beauty pageant Miss AI is taking beauty standards from merely unreachable to inhuman

All-women Indonesian metal band Voice of Baceprot to perform at Glastonbury Festival

Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal tie the knot in Mumbai

Most popular.

Breakthrough as PML-N accepts most of PPP’s Punjab-centric demands

A harvest fit for a king

Pak-Afghan border calm after forces, militants clash

Pakistani women joining combat courses in US double in a decade: report

ECP ‘channelising’ returned candidates of a political party into ‘independents’: Justice Akhtar

Time for dialogue.

Boy in Gujrat knifes man to death after ‘sectarian argument’

Cartoon: 22 June, 2024

South Africa beat West Indies to reach T20 World Cup semi-finals

Editorial: Clear action is needed against terrorist groups but without upending people’s lives

Critical days for Modi and rivals

This time, support for a large-scale military operation will not be easy

Editorial: PPP is uniquely placed to facilitate dialogue imperative for Pakistan’s democracy

Back to the battlefield

Hundred days on

‘Global boiling’

Ailing democracy

A new operation, power theft, property taxes, fierce heat, anti-money laundering body to get legal cover.

The Economic Times daily newspaper is available online now.

Uae president cancels pakistan trip hours before scheduled take-off.

Pakistan had planned a red-carpet welcome for Zayed whose support is critical to bring Pak economy back on track. He was scheduled to meet Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to discuss bilateral ties and broaden his country's investment footprint in Pakistan, according to reports.

Read More News on

(Catch all the Business News , Breaking News , Budget 2024 Events and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times .)

Subscribe to The Economic Times Prime and read the ET ePaper online.

Why patients having a voice in this critical medical committee matters

How Sandeep Tandon, the man who delivered most returns, got a Sebi rap

Two reasons why it is time to give tax relief for health insurance

Grab some popcorn, it’s time for a Zomato vs. BookMyShow matinee

Measured by PEG: A list of top 20 stocks based on Peter Lynch’s principle

Why India needs an FBI-like agency to fight growing cybercrime

Find this comment offensive?

Choose your reason below and click on the Report button. This will alert our moderators to take action

Reason for reporting:

Your Reason has been Reported to the admin.

To post this comment you must

Log In/Connect with:

Fill in your details:

Will be displayed

Will not be displayed

Share this Comment:

Uh-oh this is an exclusive story available for selected readers only..

Worry not. You’re just a step away.

Prime Account Detected!

It seems like you're already an ETPrime member with

Login using your ET Prime credentials to enjoy all member benefits

Log out of your current logged-in account and log in again using your ET Prime credentials to enjoy all member benefits.

To read full story, subscribe to ET Prime

₹34 per week

Billed annually at ₹2499 ₹1749

Super Saver Sale - Flat 30% Off

On ET Prime Membership

Unlock this story and enjoy all members-only benefits.

Offer Exclusively For You

Save up to Rs. 700/-

ON ET PRIME MEMBERSHIP

Get 1 Year Free

With 1 and 2-Year ET prime membership

Get Flat 40% Off

Then ₹ 1749 for 1 year

ET Prime at ₹ 49 for 1 month

Summer Saving Deal

Get flat 20% off on ETPrime

90 Days Prime access worth Rs999 unlocked for you

Exclusive Economic Times Stories, Editorials & Expert opinion across 20+ sectors

Stock analysis. Market Research. Industry Trends on 4000+ Stocks

​Get 1 Year Complimentary Subscription of TOI+ worth Rs.799/-​

Stories you might be interested in

• Latest News
• Emergencies
• Ask the Law
• GN Fun Drive
• Visa+Immigration
• Phone+Internet
• Reader Queries
• Safety+Security
• Banking & Insurance
• Dubai Airshow
• Corporate Tax
• Top Destinations
• Corporate News
• Electronics
• Home and Kitchen
• Consumables
• Saving and Investment
• Budget Living
• Expert Columns
• Community Tips
• Cryptocurrency
• Cooking and Cuisines
• Guide to Cooking
• Art & People
• Friday Partner
• Daily Crossword
• Word Search
• Philippines
• Australia-New Zealand
• Corrections
• Special Reports
• Pregnancy & Baby
• Learning & Play
• Child Health
• For Mums & Dads
• UAE Success Stories
• Live the Luxury
• Culture and History
• Staying Connected
• Entertainment
• Live Scores
• Point Table
• Top Scorers
• Photos & Videos
• Course Reviews
• Learn to Play
• South Indian
• Arab Celebs
• Health+Fitness
• Gitex Global 2023
• Best Of Bollywood
• Special Features
• Investing in the Future
• Know Plan Go
• Gratuity Calculator
• Notifications
• Prayer Times

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrives in UAE

Uae government.

• Environment

Sheikh Mansour received Sharif upon his arrival at Al Bateen airport in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi: Pakistan Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday arrived in Abu Dhabi on a working visit to the country.

Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, and a number of officials received Prime Minister Sharif upon his arrival at Al Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi, reported wam.

This is Sharif’s first visit to the UAE since his election early this year. He is accompanied by a high-level delegation comprising key ministers of the cabinet including Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.

More to come

More From Government

Sharjah Ruler orders land for parks in all communities

UAE strongly condemns terrorist attacks in Dagestan

UAE condoles Jordan over victims of Gaza aid truck

Sheikh Ahmed named as Dubai Camel Racing Club chairman

Summer in UAE: How to avoid heat cramps and heat stroke

Sheikh Mohammed clears Dh30b rainwater drainage project

UAE bans companies from hiring students for 31 tasks

Watch: All main Dubai roads to be covered by smart tech

Abu Dhabi motorists warned against lane indiscipline

Thousands mark Yoga celebrations in Dubai, Abu Dhabi

Ian group and iaccel gbi forge partnership, kenya police fire tear gas as youth protests kick off, former philippine president plans senate run in 2025, 24 killed as israeli airstrikes hit two schools, house, rapper snoop dogg lights up u.s. trials in sprint.

Get Breaking News Alerts From Gulf News

We’ll send you latest news updates through the day. You can manage them any time by clicking on the notification icon.

UAE announces $10bn investment package for Pakistan

Pakistan needs foreign investment to boost its economy and shore up its currency reserves to meet rising external repayment obligations

  The UAE on Thursday committed $10bn to invest in promising economic sectors in  Pakistan , Islamabad said.

Pakistan  has been pushing for foreign investment in a bid to shore up its $350bn economy, which has struggled with high inflation and low growth as it navigates a tough reforms mandated by the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

The investment pledge, came after a meeting between  Pakistan i Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, on a two day visit to the UAE, met President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, reported state news agency WAM .

“President of the UAE Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan assured ( Pakistan  of) the UAE’s support in all circumstances and made the commitment of investing $10bn in multiple sectors,” a statement from  Pakistan ‘s Prime Minister’s Office said.

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif meets President of UAE, H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi. Discussions will focus on various sectors, particularly the promotion of trade and investment between Pakistan and the UAE. The meeting will also cover… pic.twitter.com/oucrxDnmWZ — Pakistan Embassy UAE (@PakinUAE_) May 23, 2024

It did not specify which areas the investment would be in.

The statement said Sharif emphasised strengthening strategic partnerships, including in the field of information technology, renewable energy and tourism.

Pakistan  needs foreign investment to boost its economy and shore up its currency reserves to meet rising external repayment obligations.

Pakistan-IMF talks

It is in talks with the IMF to secure a long term bailout deal , expected to go as high as $8bn.

An IMF team is in  Pakistan  to discuss the country’s budget and economic recovery policies after the country successfully completed a short term $3bn IMF bailout programme last month.

An IMF mission and  Pakistan  have made significant progress towards reaching a staff-level agreement for an extended fund facility, the  global lender  said on Friday.

The IMF has opened discussions with  Pakistan  on a new loan programme after Islamabad last month completed a short-term $3bn programme, which helped stave off a sovereign debt default.

A n IMF team, led by mission chief Nathan Porter, concluded discussions with the authorities on Thursday after arriving in  Pakistan  on May 13, the lender said in a statement.

“The mission and the authorities will continue policy discussions virtually over the coming days aiming to finalise discussions, including the financial support needed to underpin the authorities’ reform efforts from the IMF and  Pakistan ‘s bilateral and multilateral partners,” Porter said.

Pakistan  is likely to seek at least $6 billion under the new programme and request additional financing from the IMF under the Resilience and Sustainability Trust.

Ahead of the discussions, the IMF had warned that downside risks for the  Pakistan i economy  remained exceptionally high .

“The authorities’ reform programme aims to move  Pakistan  from economic stabilisation to strong, inclusive, and resilient growth,” Porter added.

You might also like

World Bank announces $700m in financing for Egypt

Egypt will have access to about $820m subject to IMF Board approval, fund says

UAE economy grew 4.3% in fourth quarter of 2023

UAE economy to grow by 4% in 2024, says IMF

Wealth migration report 2024: the uae remains a millionaire’s favourite country, evaluating the current tech rally: is it time to reconsider your investment strategy, the astera: dar global, aston martin reveal what goes into the making of a star, latest issue.

• Saudi Arabia
• Real Estate
• Special Report
• Art & Culture

Advertise With Us

Privacy policy.

© 2021 MOTIVATE MEDIA GROUP. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Can Pakistan’s allies help revive its economy through investment dollars?

Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif visited China, Saudi Arabia and the UAE recently searching for investments. But analysts say he first needs to fix things at home.

Islamabad, Pakistan — In a series of trips over the past three months, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has tried to convince the debt-strapped country’s three closest allies — China , Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates — to invest in the nation, as its precariously positioned economy looks for green shoots.

In June last year, under Sharif’s first tenure as prime minister, the government formed a Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), a high-powered body comprising Pakistani civilian and military leaders, to promote investment in Pakistan.

Keep reading

Is pakistan’s crisis-ridden economy finally recovering, pakistan’s army chief visits saudi arabia amid economic crisis, sharif’s beijing trip: can china-pakistan economic corridor be revived, march of ‘terror’: pakistan grapples with deadly attacks on china interests.

Following the tours to Beijing, Riyadh and Abu Dhabi, the Sharif government is pointing towards a raft of memorandums of understanding signed on those trips as indicators of potential investment coming to Pakistan.

However, analysts caution that the attempts to get foreign direct investment (FDI) will work only if Pakistan can promise a stable political landscape and bring structural reforms to its economy.

So what did Pakistan get out of Sharif’s trips, and what does it need to do to attract investments as it prepares to negotiate with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to enter its 24th loan programme since 1958?

$5bn from Saudi Arabia?

After taking office in March for the second time, Sharif paid two visits to Saudi Arabia in April. These tours were followed by a series of visits by senior Saudi officials, including the defence and foreign ministers, to Pakistan. In early May, a 50-member Saudi business delegation also flew down to participate in an investment conference.

In his two meetings with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in April, Sharif discussed opportunities to enhance economic cooperation between the two countries and explored the possibility of a $5bn investment package.

“We have identified areas of cooperation, both at the government-to-government and business-to-business levels, and that has been clearly identified. We now have a clear-cut way forward,” Sharif told Al Arabiya TV news in May.

Last year, caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar also claimed that Saudi Arabia had agreed to invest $25bn in various sectors of Pakistan, without offering any details.

Ali Farid Khwaja, an investor and chairman of KTrade Securities, said Pakistan had laid out possibilities for Saudi investment in six different fields, including an oil refinery project, agriculture, mining, power sector, technology and aviation.

“There is no question that Pakistan needs investment. Just 18 or so months ago, we were on the verge of default, but because of these dialogues and engagement with friendly countries, we are letting them know what we can offer,” he told Al Jazeera.

A senior Pakistani government official who has been part of negotiations with the Saudi delegations said Pakistan was hopeful Riyadh would invest from its Public Investment Fund (PIF), the kingdom’s sovereign wealth fund with estimated assets of more than $900bn. “They are obviously seeking investment opportunities and trying to follow their vision,” the official said on condition of anonymity.

Negotiations on the proposed $5bn investment are under way, the official added.

“Right now, we are in the discussion stage, which has started. As and when these negotiations mature, things will clarify and we will see what the final deals are like,” he added.

And $10bn from the UAE?

Sharif followed up his Saudi visits by making a one-day visit in late May to the UAE, another long-term partner for the country, during which he met President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Following the meeting between the leaders, the Pakistan Prime Minister’s Office announced that the UAE had committed to $10bn in investment in Pakistan in various fields.

The UAE Ministry of Investment confirmed the pledge. But a month later, few details are available on which sectors the UAE might invest in, and if the two sides have agreed to a timeframe for the investments.

The Chinese MoU list

But it was Sharif’s five-day-long visit to China in June, the first of this term, that analysts said was the most critical of his foreign sojourns.

He was accompanied by military chief General Syed Asim Munir, and the Pakistani leadership held dialogues with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Premier Li Qiang, and other leaders in Beijing.

The visit came two months after armed men attacked a bus carrying Chinese engineers who were working on a major hydropower plant in Pakistan’s north, killing at least five Chinese nationals and one Pakistani.

The attack was one in a series of setbacks to projects built under the ambitious China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, a $62bn project launched a decade ago, when Sharif’s elder brother Nawaz, himself a three-time prime minister, was the premier of the country.

The last 10 years have seen Pakistan’s reliance on China growing significantly, as the relationship, which was once centred on military ties, has expanded into the economic arena in a big way: Pakistan owes China nearly $30bn out of its total foreign debt obligations of nearly $130bn.

The country’s economic managers have emphasised that unless there is significant foreign investment, Pakistan will not be able to meet its ambitious 3.6 percent growth rate, which the country has targeted for the next fiscal year.

Following Sharif’s return from Beijing, both Chinese and Pakistani governments issued statements about increased focus on security, as well as forging an “upgraded version of CPEC” to better help Pakistan’s economic and social development.

But despite signing 23 MoUs in various sectors during Sharif’s visit, there was no concrete agreement beyond shows of intent, on any project that the two nations might prioritise.

What does Pakistan need to do?

Ever since the creation of the SIFC last June, the government has credited the organisation with helping facilitate investment opportunities from outside the country.

The latest available central bank data reveals that from July to April this year, Pakistan received $1.45bn in investments, an increase of a paltry 8.1 percent from last year.

However, analysts say that while the three recent visits showed Pakistan’s desperation to attain financial support, whether in the form of bank deposits or investment projects, the failure to realise the projects substantially was due to Pakistan’s volatile landscape.

“The reason for non-materialisation of any investments or such projects lies in the chronic political instability in the country and the structural issues plaguing Pakistan’s economy,” Umer Karim, an associate fellow of King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies, told Al Jazeera.

Economic analyst Uzair Younus also concurs, saying the fundamental issue for Pakistan remains the question of the broader environment within the country.

“At a time when domestic businesses are hesitant to invest in the economy, foreign capital will be even more conservative. For Pakistan to attract capital flows, it must embark on holistic reforms and provide a credible roadmap that excites domestic and foreign investors. So far, this does not seem to be the case under the Sharif government,” the Washington, DC-based analyst told Al Jazeera.

The challenge for the Sharif government stems from the political instability in the country following the elections, marred by allegations of manipulation and rigging.

The increasing attacks on law enforcement officials in the last 18 months have added another layer of challenge to the country’s overstretched military, which has to man both its eastern border with archrival India and its western border with Afghanistan.

But Khwaja of KTrade Securities, on the other hand, painted a more cautiously optimistic picture.

The London-based investor said the three major lenders to Pakistan are evidently working in concert for a wider investment plan in the country.

“Pakistan is talked about as a country with Saudi software coming on Chinese hardware, and now the connections are becoming clearer,” he said.

Karachi-based economist Khurram Husain, however, points out that the three countries Sharif visited also happen to be the largest bilateral creditors to Pakistan.

“Pakistan is perceived by all foreign investors as a high-risk country, so the state is focused on finding a way to make large government-to-government deals happen. The problem is, they need cash support at this time, and these deals, even if they come, will not bring much cash,” Husain told Al Jazeera.

The analyst added that the best way out of the current economic difficulty for Pakistan is domestic reforms, not foreign support.

“Realistically, Pakistan should try to manage its external debt profile rather than seek more cash-based support from its bilateral creditors,” he added.

However, Riyadh-based Karim said the foreign visits have developed a political aspect where the optics are used by the Pakistani governments as “signs of international trust and support” but some focus on domestic investors must be paid to revive the economy.

“FDI certainly remains an important component of economic expansion and growth; however, the government could have started with facilitating local investors and businesses to develop a roadmap that could then be offered to foreign investors,” he said.

• Tuesday, Jun 25, 2024
• UPDATED 07:07 am PKT
• Download App
• Social Media
• Top Headlines

Entertainment

• Crime & Justice

Follow us on

• Saudi Arabia

Business & Finance

• The ViralWorld
• Shocking & Amazing

Life & Style

• Health & Fitness
• Prayer Timings
• Seafood Recipes
• Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes
• Forex Exchange Rates
• Conversion Calculators
• Fuel Prices
• Bol Weather
• Commodities In Pakistan

loading....

• Mutual Funds
• Industrywise News
• Commodities Rates
• How to file ITR
• Calculators
• Crypto Currencies
• Snooker/Billiards
• Live Scores
• ICC WorldCup
• County Championship
• Trendspotting
• Tech & Internet
• Newsletters
• Tech and Gadgets
• Food & Drinks
• BMI Calculators
• BMR Calculators
• Diabetes Risk Calculator
• Home & Garden
• Relationships

Viral & Shocking

UAE 30-Day Visit Visa Fee Update for Pakistanis – June 2024

24th Jun, 2024. 04:08 pm

Dubai Faces Sweltering Heat As Temperatures Hits Record High!

Pakistani Passport Latest Renewal Fee in UAE Dirham - June 2024

Dubai Driving License Latest Renewal Fee for Indians - May 2024

• The UAE provides tourist visas to foreign nationals like Pakistanis and Indians.
• Foreigners can get a single-entry tourist visa for 30 or 60 days in the UAE.
• The total visa amount may vary, as it can increase or decrease based on multiple factors.

Dubai: The UAE grants tourist or visit visas to foreign nationals, including Pakistanis and Indians, for varying durations to explore the Gulf nation.

Foreigners are issued a single-entry tourist visa for either 30 or 60 days for tourism purposes in the UAE. To obtain this visa, the sponsor or host in the UAE must be a tourism-related establishment and pay the required fee and financial security deposit.

UAE Visit Visa Requirements

One personal photo.

Copy of the passport.

Identity card for the country of origin for some nationalities (Iraq, Pakistan, Iran, Afghanistan).

Medical insurance is valid in the UAE.

A travel ticket to continue his journey or a ticket to leave the UAE.

Steps to Apply for the Visit Visa

The digital channels (GDRFA website and smart application):

• Login to the smart services system using a UAE pass or username.
• Search for your required service.
• Fill out the application information, where applicable.

UAE Visit Visa: Latest Fee

As of June 2024, the latest fee for a 30-day tourist visa stands at AED 200, while the fee for a 60-day visa stands at AED 300.

Saudi Arabia Commences Issuing Umrah Visas Following Hajj 2024

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia has started issuing...

in addition to the value-added tax (5%).

Additional fees (if the sponsored person is inside the UAE):

Knowledge dirham: AED 10.

Innovation Dirham: AED 10.

Fee inside the UAE: 500 dirhams.

Note: The total visa amount may vary as it can increase or decrease based on factors related to the sponsored individual or other reasons necessitating adjustments.

Read More News On

• UAE 30-Day Visit Visa Fee
• UAE 30-Day Visit Visa Fee for Pakistanis
• UAE visit visa

Catch all the UAE News , Breaking News Event and Latest News Updates on The BOL News

Download The BOL News App to get the Daily News Update & Follow us on Google News .

End of Article

In the spotlight, brian lara’s prediction comes true as afghanistan reaches t20 world cup semis: rashid khan, zadran, gurbaz supasses babar, rizwan for most runs as a pair, t20 world cup 2024 final showdown to begin from june 27, afghanistan creates history after securing first ever t20 world cup semifinal spot, health professionals advice precautions in wake of hight temperatures, popular from pakistan, ptcl raises internet and landline charges from july 2024; check new rates here, karachi heatwave alert: heatstroke signs, emergency care & prevention advice, nadra id card charges for june 2024: normal vs. urgent in pakistan, rains, gusty winds predicted in islamabad, rawalpindi, pakistan, quordle answer today: tuesday 25th june 2024, nerdle answer today: tuesday 25th june 2024, wordle answer today: check #1102 hints and clues for 25th june 2024, who was tamayo perry all you need to know about him, who is jill latiano all about glenn howerton’s wife, nerdle answer today: monday 24th june 2024.

• Afghanistan
• Daily Cartoon
• T20 World Cup 2024

Home Pakistan UAE 30-day visit visa latest fee for Pakistanis from June 2024

UAE 30-day visit visa latest fee for Pakistanis from June 2024

DUBAI – The United Arab Emirates (UAE) issues tourist or visit visa to the foreign nationals, including Pakistan and Indian nationals, for different periods to explore the Gulf country.

The foreigner is granted an entry visa for a single visit for the purpose of tourism for a period of 30 or 60 days and the sponsor / host in UAE should be one of the establishments working in the field of tourism, after paying the prescribed fee and financial security deposit.

UAE Visit Visa Requirements

One personal photo.

Copy of the passport.

Identity card for the country of origin for some nationalities (Iraq – Pakistan – Iran – Afghanistan).

Medical insurance valid in UAE.

A travel ticket to continue his journey or a ticket to leave UAE.

Steps to Apply for the Visit Visa

The digital channels (GDRFA website / smart application):

• Login to the smart services system using (UAE pass or username)
• Search for your required service.
• Fill out the application information where applicable.

UAE Visit Visa Latest Fee

As of June 2024, the latest fee for 30-day tourist visa stands at AED 200 while the fee for 60-day visa stands at AED 300.

– In addition to value added tax (5%).

– Additional fees (if the sponsored person is inside UAE):

Knowledge dirham: AED 10.

Innovation Dirham: AED 10.

Fee inside UAE: 500 dirhams.

Note: Total amount may vary. The visa may increase or decrease depending on the circumstances surrounding the sponsored person or any other reasons that may require the same.

Our Correspondent

Related posts.

Honda CD 70 Black latest price update in Pakistan for June 2024

Reserved seats cannot be allocated against principle of proportional representation, observes SC

Nadra NICOP lost fee in UAE dirhams [June 2024 Update]

Faisalabad board matric results 2024 update on final date (Class 10 results)

Solar panel latest easy installment plan [June 2024 update]

Maya Ali touches fans' hearts by new look in Saree

Recommended.

After wheat and flour, price of rice also drops

Campaign launched to promote responsible tourism on mountains

National College of Arts and PFID to open campuses in Karachi

PTCL Internet and Landline charges increased from July 2024; Check new rates here

Benazir bhutto’s visionary leadership still inspires youth.

Your source for latest Pakistan, world news. Stay updated on politics, business, sports, lifestyle, CPEC, and breaking news. Accurate, timely, and comprehensive coverage.

Popular Category

Information.

• Terms of use
• Advertise With Us

Download Our App

Download our Android app for the latest Pakistan and world news in just a tap. Stay informed, anywhere, anytime.

© 2023 All rights reserved | Pakistan Observer

• Tax Calculator
• Prayer Timings
• Advertise with us

• Hi, My Account Subscriptions --> My KT Trading Contact Us Privacy Notice Sign Out

Tue, Jun 25, 2024 | Dhu al-Hijjah 19, 1445

Dubai 20°C

• Expo City Dubai
• Emergencies
• Ras Al Khaimah
• Umm Al Quwain

Life and Living

• Visa & Immigration in UAE
• Banking in UAE
• Schooling in UAE
• Housing in UAE
• Ramadan 2024
• Saudi Arabia
• Philippines
• Cryptocurrency
• Infrastructure
• Currency Exchange
• Horse Racing
• Local Sports

Entertainment

• Local Events

Dubai World Cup

• Track Notes
• Big Numbers
• Daily Updates
• Arts & Culture
• Mental Health
• Relationships
• Staycations
• UAE Attractions
• Tech Reviews
• Motoring Reviews
• Movie Reviews
• Book reviews
• Restaurant Reviews
• Young Times

Supplements

• Back To School
• Eid-Al-Adha
• It’s Summer Time
• Leading Universities
• Higher Education
• India Real Estate Show
• Future Of Insurance
• KT Desert Drive
• New Age Finance & Accounting Summit
• Digital Health Forum
• Subscriptions
• UAE Holidays
• Latest News
• Prayer Timings
• Cinema Listings
• Inspired Living
• Advertise With Us
• Privacy Notice

KT APPDOWNLOAD

Dubai: Sheikh Mohammed announces Dh30-billion rain drainage network

The project will increase the capacity of rainwater drainage in the emirate by 700%.

• Follow us on

Embracing the bright side: A guide on how to cultivate optimism

The power of solitude: Why you should go on a solo trip

How to get your kids to read: Essential tips for parents

Published: Mon 24 Jun 2024, 5:00 PM

Last updated: Mon 24 Jun 2024, 10:02 PM

An integrated project to develop a rain drainage network in Dubai has been approved at a cost of Dh30-billion, announced Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, on Monday.

Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.

Named ‘Tasreef’, the project will enhance the capacity of Dubai’s rainwater drainage system by 700%, covering all areas of the emirate.

The project is set to be completed by 2033 with construction to start immediately. It will serve Dubai for the next hundred years, added Sheikh Mohammed.

Watch below, a video shared by the Dubai Media Office on X:

The project, which will cover all areas of Dubai and absorb more than 20 million cubic meters of water per day, is likely to be the largest such network to collect rainwater in the region.

'Tasreef' is a continuation of drainage projects launched by Dubai in 2019, covering the Expo Dubai area, Al Maktoum International Airport City, and Jebel Ali.

It comes around two months after unprecedented rains flooded the UAE. As a sustainable strategic project, it aims at addressing future climate change impacts, such as increased rainfall, with a network designed to seamlessly adapt to all rainfall events.

The project will utilise the latest Tunnel Boring Machines (TBM), the largest of their kind in the Middle East, known for their efficiency, speed, and high precision in excavation, and their ability to handle various topographical conditions.

• Dubai: Got an idea? Here's a chance to shape the city's future
• Dubai: Smart traffic system to cover 100% of the main road network by 2026
• Newsletters
• [email protected]

More news from UAE

Dubai: rta's eco-friendly hydrogen bus to be tested on the roads.

The buses will be checked for suitability to the climatic conditions

uae 19 hours ago -->

Passport control between emirates, roof made out of leaves: UAE seniors recall life in 50s and 60s

'Storylines' brought together stories from more than 30 senior members of the community and will be published later this year

uae 20 hours ago -->

From ice cream scoops to skyscrapers: How Dubai woman built business selling properties worth billions

Hailing from a middle-class family in India, Qurat ul Ain moved to the UAE to finish her education; she funded her tuition fees by selling ice cream for Dh20

uae 22 hours ago -->

UAE summer: 5 essential tips to stay safe, healthy as temperatures soar

Extreme heat and humidity may lead to serious health risks, especially during this season

UAE weather: Yellow alert issued for rain; thunderstorm to hit some parts of the country

Most residents can expect a fair to partly cloudy day

uae 1 day ago -->

Heartbroken, future in limbo: How NEET exams controversy has impacted UAE students

Many are shocked at the unexpected poor ranking despite good marks

UAE: Abortion now allowed in rape, incest cases as new law issued

The procedure can now be done in five instances; the aim is to limit illegal practices to abort unwanted pregnancies

Look: Burj Khalifa lights up for Olympic Day

The world’s tallest tower shone brightly with the games logo and the colours of its five rings

Type your keywords

You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience and security.

Tuesday, 25 June 2024

Agenda - The Sunday magazine

• Cover Story

India, UAE to expand cooperation into new areas

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and his United Arab Emirates (UAE) counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan reviewed the multi-faceted India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during the former’s visit to UAE on Sunday, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Monday.

 Giving details, it said both the leaders expressed happiness at the substantive progress in diverse areas of bilateral cooperation including commercial and economic collaboration, fintech, education, culture, and people-to-people connect.

 Jaishankar’s visit follows the recent meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the margins of the G7 Summit in Apulia, Italy, MEA said.

 The two foreign ministers also discussed new areas with untapped potential for further enhancing collaboration. They also exchanged views on regional and global issues.

 During the visit, Jaishankar participated in the celebrations of the 10th International Day of Yoga in Abu Dhabi at Louvre Museum in Abu Dhabi.

The event, which was organised by the Embassy in partnership with Louvre Abu Dhabi, witnessed the presence of multiple nationalities.

 Jaishankar also visited the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi, which was inaugurated by Modi in February this year.

The External Affairs Minister expressed appreciation that the Mandir has become an iconic cultural destination in the UAE with a large number of daily visitors.

In less than 4 months, the Mandir has received one million visitors.

 Jaishankar’s visit to the UAE, within two weeks of his re-appointment, signifies the importance India attaches to its relations with the country. The visit marks the continuation of high-level contact between the two countries.

 Since July 2023, Prime Minister Modi has visited the UAE thrice and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed has visited India twice.

 Last year, important milestones were achieved in bilateral relations like the implementation of a local currency trade settlement agreement, the launch of UAE’s domestic credit/debit card based on India’s RuPay card stack, the setting up of a campus of IIT Delhi in Abu Dhabi, fintech collaboration, and commencement of work on IMEEC, among others.

Trending News

Imran Khan appeals to Pakistan Supreme Court for swift hearing in Toshakhana case

With roots in India, Yoga unites people with its values of balance, mindfulness & peace: UN chief Guterres

Yoga enthusiasts worldwide mark 10th International Day of Yoga

Cummins' hat-trick, Zampa's guile fashion Australia's victory over Bangladesh

Spain beats Italy 1-0 and advances to knockout round at Euro 2024

Pat Cummins takes first hat-trick at T20 World Cup 2024

Salt assault leads England to smooth eight-wicket win over WI

Shaqiri scores stunning goal in Switzerland's 1-1 draw with Scotland at Euro 2024

When Kamal Haasan told Amitabh Bachchan he wants to play a bad guy in a movie

Putin says Russia and North Korea have vowed to aid each other if attacked

Tata Motors to hike prices of commercial vehicles by up to 2 pc from July 1

Williamson steps down as NZ's white-ball captain, declines national contract

State editions, water leaking in ram temple: rai, bjp may offer up assembly deputy speaker’s post to a rebel sp mla, yogi for establishing  development authority for shahjahanpur, dycm meets people; warns against delay in resolving grievances, up govt to issue more secure e-stamp papers, up govt to develop 12 major tourism circuitsup govt to develop 12 major tourism circuits, sunday edition, scary scarcity of life s driving force, feast on a culinary rainbow, how best to spend 48 hours in tokyo, dakshin yatra flavours of south, a beacon of sanatana dharma in the modern world, an immersive journey through indigenous australian culture, e-mail this link to a friend..

• Environment
• Road to Net Zero
• Art & Design
• Film & TV
• Music & On-stage
• Pop Culture
• Fashion & Beauty
• Home & Garden
• Things to do
• Combat Sports
• Horse Racing
• Beyond the Headlines
• Trending Middle East
• Business Extra
• Culture Bites
• Year of Elections
• Pocketful of Dirhams
• Books of My Life
• Iraq: 20 Years On

Travel Unpacked: Flydubai adds flights to Pakistan; SalamAir to Chennai, and other news

The national rounds up the top tourism news stories you might have missed.

From July 1, flydubai is launching daily flights to the Pakistani city Lahore, home to the Mughal-inspired Lahore Fort. Matthew Tabaccos for The National

Just in time for the summer travel rush, Dubai carrier flydubai is adding daily flights to Islamabad and Lahore . The airline already serves many Pakistani cities including Karachi, Faisalabad, Multan, Quetta and Sialkot.

Meanwhile, Oman's low-cost airline SalamAir is ramping up its service to India, launching twice-weekly flights to Chennai in South India, in addition to its existing routes to Jaipur, Trivandrum and Calicut.

Here's a round-up of recent travel and tourism news – in case you missed it.

Flydubai launches daily services to Lahore and Islamabad

Dubai carrier flydubai will fly daily to Pakistani cities Islamabad and Lahore from July 1.

Departing from Terminal 2 in Dubai, flight FZ353 will take off at 9.05am local time and arrive at Islamabad International Airport at 1.20pm local time. The corresponding flight, FZ354, will then leave Islamabad at 2.20pm local time, arriving in Dubai at 4.50pm local time.

Flights to Lahore's Allama Iqbal International Airport, FZ359, will take off at 12.30am local time in Dubai and arrive at 4.45am local time in Pakistan. The return flight FZ360 will take off from Lahore at 5.45am local time, arriving at Dubai's Terminal 2 at 8.15am local time.

Flydubai said the two routes will be served by its Boeing 737 Max fleet, offering both economy and business class seats.

Return economy fares to Islamabad start at Dh1,300, with business class starting at Dh5,500. For Lahore, return economy class fares start at Dh1,200, while business class seats start at Dh5,500.

Flydubai first started serving Pakistan in 2010 with flights to Karachi. The airline already flies to Faisalabad, Multan, Quetta and Sialkot.

SalamAir to fly twice weekly between Muscat and Chennai

Starting on July 11, Omani low-cast carrier SalamAir will operate two weekly flights between Muscat and Chennai in South India, on Thursdays and Saturdays.

SalamAir flight will depart Muscat at 11pm local time and arrive in Chennai at 4.15am local time. The corresponding flight will depart from Chennai at 5am local time and arrive in Muscat at 7.25am local time.

“We are thrilled to introduce our new service to Chennai, a significant milestone that enhances the connectivity of the South Indian community in Oman and the wider Gulf region,” said Harish Kutty, director of revenue and network planning for SalamAir. “With its rich cultural heritage and economic vitality, Chennai presents immense opportunities for residents, business and leisure travellers.”

SalamAir already operates regular flights to many India cities including Jaipur, Trivandrum and Calicut. The airline operates an all-Airbus fleet of six A320 Neos, six A321 Neos and one A321 freighter.

Why Barcelona is banning short-term rentals

Spain's most visited city by tourists is planning to enact a citywide ban on all short-term rentals in a move to curb soaring rents.

Barcelona Mayor Jaume Collboni announced on Friday that the city will stop giving new licences and won't renew existing ones. This means that by 2029, no homes will be allowed to be rented out to tourists. This will deal a massive blow to operators such as Airbnb .

“More supply of housing is needed, and the measures we’re presenting are to provide more supply so that the working middle class does not have to leave the city because they can’t afford housing,” Collboni said.

A total of 10,101 apartments currently have licences to operate, but will become void by 2028. Those apartments will be used by the city’s residents or will go on the market for rent or sale, Collboni said.

Barcelona already bans the rental of rooms to tourists, but that's done little to reduce rents that have risen by 68 per cent over the past 10 years, the mayor said. The cost of buying a house also rose by 38 per cent during the same period.

Tourist hot spots such as New York, Tokyo, London, Amsterdam and Paris also have limitations on short-term rentals, but with varying degrees. Barcelona's move is, however, one of the most aggressive restrictions to be put in place.

World's most physically demanding attractions revealed

For travellers up for a challenge, UK gym chain PureGym has revealed its list of global landmarks that are most exhausting to experience. Scored on three main factors – the number of steps needed to experience it to its fullest, the total elevation change and the average daytime temperature – the attractions were then given an overall “exertion score” out of 100.

The Florli Stairs in Norway was ranked No 1, with a 76 exertion score. Also popularly known as Florli 4444, after the number of wooden steps required to climb it, this popular tourist attraction was built as a maintenance stairway for two water pipelines and a rail, which used to transport people and materials to the top of a mountain where a now-decommissioned hydro power plant sits. The 740-metre climb takes thee to four hours to complete.

In second place, with an exertion score of 63, is the Manitou Incline, a hiking trail in Colorado Springs in the US. The remains of a former railway track, the attraction has approximately 2,744 steps from the bottom to the summit, and is popular with fitness enthusiasts.

The Poenari Castle in Romania is in third place, with an exertion score of 58. Built on top of a mountain, it used to be the home of Vlad the Impaler, a national hero in Romania. Now in ruins, the castle is still a popular tourist site, and is accessed by climbing 1,480 concrete stairs.

At No 4 is the Konpira Shrine in Kagawa, Japan (exertion score 50), located at 521 metres halfway to the top of Mount Zozu. While Scotland's Arthur’s Seat, the remains of an ancient extinct volcano which rises 250 metres, rounds up the top five, with an exertion score of 48.

Checking In

Travel updates and inspiration from the past week