ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has extended heartiest felicitations to the leadership and people of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on their 53rd National Day.
In a post on his X handle, he appreciated the vision, wisdom and sagacity of the UAE leadership to achieve excellence through innovation and modernization. He said Pakistan is proud of the UAE’s remarkable journey of progress and prosperity.
The Pprime minister said Pakistan has always remained a steadfast brother and partner of the UAE. Together, he said they will continue to strive to further strengthen their historical and fraternal ties and transform them into a mutually beneficial economic partnership.
On this day, December 2, 1971, the establishment of the United Arab Emirates was officially announced, the Union Flag was raised high, and the founding father Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may Allah bless his soul, was elected the first President of the UAE and Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, may Allah bless his soul, was elected Vice President.
