Sheikh Mohammed holds talks with Shahbaz Sharif at Margham Conservation Reserve on Thursday.

Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on Thursday met Mohammed Shahbaz Sharif, the Prime Minister of Pakistan, in the presence of Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the UAE.

During the meeting that took place at the Margham Conservation Reserve, Sheikh Mohammed highlighted the strong relationship between the two nations.

The two leaders explored new opportunities to expand ties in various spheres in ways that will serve the interests of the people of the two nations.

They also discussed the latest regional and global developments and diverse issues of common interest.

Sheikh Mohammed said the historic relationship between the UAE and Pakistan provides a strong base for enhancing cooperation.

The Pakistani Prime Minister emphasised his country’s keenness to further strengthen bilateral cooperation.

He also expressed his deep appreciation for the UAE’s development support and the aid that it extended to assist Pakistan in recovering from the devastating floods that hit the country last year.

The meeting was attended by Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group; Sheikh Ahmed Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, and a number of senior officials.