Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday bid farewell to the outgoing United Arab Emirates Ambassador to Islamabad, Hamad Obaid Al Zaabi, praising his role in strengthening ties between the two nations.

At a meeting in the Presidential Palace, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to further deepening cooperation, particularly in trade, investment, energy, and human resources.

Ambassador Al Zaabi thanked Pakistan’s government and people for their hospitality during his tenure, describing Pakistan as a country with “promising potential and a bright future.” He underlined the UAE’s resolve to elevate bilateral relations to new levels.

President Zardari, highlighting the historic and cultural foundations of Pakistan–UAE ties, lauded the ambassador’s contributions and expressed confidence that bilateral cooperation would continue to advance peace, stability, and prosperity in the region.