Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif expressed Pakistan’s interest in learning from the United Arab Emirates’ modern management system to enhance its own administrative framework. The prime minister’s remarks came during a meeting with Abdulla Nasser Lootah, UAE’s Deputy Minister of Cabinet Affairs for Competitiveness and Knowledge Exchange.

During the meeting, which included representatives such as UAE Ambassador Hamad Obaid Al Zaabi, Prime Minister Sharif discussed Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to digitize the economy and implement a faceless customs system. He emphasized that adopting UAE’s management practices could further these efforts, particularly in improving data-based decision-making.

Prime Minister Sharif reflected on his previous visit to Abu Dhabi and his meeting with UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, highlighting the UAE’s role in easing tensions between Pakistan and India during their conflict.

UAE Minister Abdulla Naseer acknowledged the longstanding relations between the two nations and appreciated the Pakistani community’s contribution to the UAE’s development. He affirmed the UAE’s willingness to share expertise and information with Pakistan.

The meeting concluded with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at fostering cooperation in government performance. The MoU outlines collaboration in areas such as good governance, public sector reforms, and human resource development.

The event was attended by key Pakistani officials, including Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar and Minister for Planning and Development Dr. Ahsan Iqbal.