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In call with UAE president, PM Shehbaz discusses need to boost energy sector cooperation

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  • PM Shehbaz offers his condolences on damage caused by recent floods in Emirates.
  • He welcomes recent announcement by UAE to invest $1bn in economic and investment sectors in Pakistan.
  • UAE president extends commiserations on loss of precious lives in floods, sad demise of army personnel.

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Tuesday reviewed the progress and resolved to further strengthen ties with United Arab Emirates during a telephone call with President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

According to a statement released by the Prime Minister’s Office, the two leaders recalled the decisions taken during the visit of PM Shehbaz to the UAE in April 2022. 

They resolved to further strengthen trade and economic ties with a particular focus on accelerating cooperation and building partnerships in areas comprising investments, energy, and infrastructure.

During the telephonic conversation, the two leaders exchanged views on matters of common interest; reaffirming the close fraternal ties between the two countries, they agreed to work closely to further enhance bilateral cooperation in different fields.

PM Shehbaz also offered his condolences on the damage caused by the recent floods in the Emirates, resulting in the loss of precious lives including Pakistani nationals. He also expressed his deepest sympathies with the Emirati brethren.

The UAE president also extended heartfelt commiserations on the loss of precious lives in floods in Pakistan as well as on the sad demise of army personnel in the recent helicopter crash.

Highlighting the generous support extended by the UAE to Pakistan over the years, the premier welcomed the recent announcement by the UAE to invest $1 billion in various economic and investment sectors in Pakistan.

It should be noted that the UAE is Pakistan’s largest trading partner in the Middle East and a major source of investments, and hosts more than 1.6 million Pakistanis.

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26th Constitutional Amendment: Naqvi Congratulates the Nation on the Amendment’s Approval

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The ratification of the 26th Constitutional Amendment bill has been hailed as a success for the people of Pakistan by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, who has congratulated the entire country.

The Interior Minister said in a statement that the triumph of the Pakistani people is a tribute to Allah.

In particular, he praised Allied Party leaders and JUI(F) Chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman for their support, and he declared that Maulana Fazlur Rehman’s historic and constructive role would never be forgotten.

Mohsin Naqvi commended the work of Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, President Asif Ali Zardari, and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif.

Their unrelenting efforts have paid off, he said. He underlined that the 26th Constitutional Amendment was the result of a concerted and unrelenting effort by all leaders.

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Barrister Salman Safdar informed the court that it had been 12 days since the last hearing on Bushra’s bail application.

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Barrister Salman Safdar informed the court that it had been 12 days since the last hearing on Bushra’s bail application.

Justice Aurangzeb stated, “I experienced a high fever during my last appearance in court on October 9.”

“The recovery process was prolonged,” he noted.

Safdar said that the value of the gifts was diminished by a private purchaser, who he claimed had turned approver against Bushra Bibi.

Safdar stated that the customs authorities then assessed the worth of the commodities and found no irregularities.

Justice Aurangzeb queried, “Was it the decision of the then-executive (Imran Khan) to accept the gift after remitting 50% of the total value?”

The FIA prosecutor stated that no precedent exists for accepting gifts at 50% of their worth.

“What are your instructions on the bail application of Bushra Bibi?” Justice Aurangzed conducted a further inquiry.

“We will contest it,” stated the FIA prosecutor.

The court subsequently postponed the hearing until October 23.

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The President has signed the 26th constitutional amendment, and a notification has been issued.

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On Monday, the 26th amendment was ratified by President Asif Ali Zardari, bringing the 1973 Constitution of Pakistan up to date.

Following days of negotiations between the opposition and the Treasury, the amendment was finally approved by the National Assembly and the Senate on Sunday night.

The prime minister signed the recommendation to be forwarded to the president of Pakistan for confirmation following the amendment’s approval by both chambers of the legislature.

Following its implementation, the amendment’s notification was also released.

Recall that a legislative committee will select Pakistan’s top justice following the amendment’s implementation.

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