Rawalpindi, 16 February 2026(News Desk): Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), met today 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. During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors, with particular emphasis on economic collaboration, investment, and security. They also exchanged views on regional developments and underscored the importance of continued coordination to promote peace and stability in the region.
Field Marshal Asim Munir expressed 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.
The Chief of Army Staff further affirmed that the security and stability of the United Arab Emirates are integral to Pakistan’s own security, given the enduring historical ties and strong strategic partnership between the two nations. He reiterated Pakistan’s firm commitment to continuing joint efforts to further strengthen this partnership across all fields in a manner that serves the interests of both brotherly peoples and contributes to peace, stability, and prosperity in the region.