UAE’s Security is Pakistan’s Security, Says Field Marshal Asim Munir

ISLAMABAD: Field Marshal Asim Munir has said that the security and stability of the United Arab Emirates are an integral part of Pakistan’s own security, given the enduring historical relations and strong strategic partnership between the two countries.

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, COAS & CDF, made these remarks in a meeting in Abu Dhabi with His Highness Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Advisor of the United Arab Emirates.

UAE United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited in Islamabad last month. This was the second time the Emirati president to Pakistan this year, having met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Rahim Yar Khan in January. However, Friday’s trip, according to the FO, is his first official visit as president.

Three types of diplomatic and political activities are associated with the Gulf rulers related to Pakistan

Pakistan as a net security provider to Gulf states. They are indefensible. But Pakistan’s land forces could provide with security. As source of financial stability. The UAE has frequently deposited billions into the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to boost liquidity.

Notable recent actions include a $1 billion deposit in July 2023 and the commitment to maintain a $3 billion total deposit through various rollovers. Third, as a mediator in Pakistan’s domestic political conflicts: Bhutto-Nine stars of IJT, Nawaz Sharif’s return to Pakistan was facilitated by Saudi rulers.

During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation across various sectors, particularly in the fields of economic collaboration, investment and security. They also exchanged views on regional developments and emphasized the importance of continued coordination to promote peace and stability in the region.

Field Marshal Asim Munir expressed his sincere appreciation and gratitude to the Government of the United Arab Emirates for its longstanding investments and continued support to Pakistan’s economy and security over the decades. He noted that such support reflects the deep-rooted historical relations between the two brotherly countries and commended the constructive role of the UAE leadership in advancing economic and social development in Pakistan.

Field Marshal Asim Munir further affirmed that the security and stability of the United Arab Emirates are an integral part of Pakistan’s own security, given the enduring historical relations and strong strategic partnership between the two countries. He reiterated Pakistan’s firm commitment to continuing joint efforts to further strengthen this partnership in all fields, in a manner that serves the interests of both brotherly peoples and contributes to peace, stability, and prosperity in the region.