ISLAMABAD: United Arab Emirates UAE President and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, is undertaking an official visit to Pakistan today, December 26, 2025. The visit marks an important milestone in bilateral relations between the two countries.
This is the first visit of Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to Pakistan in his capacity as UAE President. He is accompanied by a high-level delegation that includes senior ministers and top government officials. The delegation reflects the importance both countries place on this visit.
During his stay, the UAE President will meet the Prime Minister of Pakistan. The leaders are expected to review the full scope of bilateral relations. Discussions will cover political cooperation, economic ties, and people-to-people connections. Regional and international matters of shared interest will also be discussed.
Officials say the visit aims to further strengthen the longstanding and brotherly ties between Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates. Both countries share a history of close cooperation based on mutual trust and respect. The visit is seen as a step toward deepening this partnership.
The discussions will focus on expanding cooperation in key sectors. These include trade, investment, energy, infrastructure development, and regional stability. Both sides are committed to enhancing collaboration for mutual economic growth and regional peace.
To welcome the visiting leader, Islamabad has been decorated with Pakistani and UAE flags. Banners highlighting friendship between the two nations have been placed along major roads. According to reports, JF-17 Thunder fighter jets will perform a flypast in honor of the visiting dignitary.
Islamabad Police have issued a traffic diversion plan for December 26, 2025. The advisory aims to ensure smooth movement during official engagements. Due to a special program, traffic diversions will be in place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Diversions will affect the Express Highway and Murree Road near Club Road. Travelers from Rawat heading toward Islamabad via the Express Highway are advised to use the Rawat–Rawalpindi Peshawar Road instead.
Similarly, citizens traveling from IJP Road or Srinagar Highway should use inner-city service roads. Police have advised commuters to leave 20 to 25 minutes earlier than usual to avoid delays.
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Islamabad Traffic Police officers will be deployed to guide motorists. Citizens can contact Traffic Helpline 1915 or PUKAAR 15 for assistance. Authorities have urged the public to follow traffic rules to ensure safety and smooth flow during the visit.
