Abu Dhabi, June 24, 2025 — In a major development strengthening bilateral ties, Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on mutual exemption of entry visa requirements, marking a new chapter in people-to-people and diplomatic engagement between the two nations.
The MoU was signed during the 12th session of the Pakistan-UAE Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC) held in Abu Dhabi, where a series of strategic agreements were also concluded to enhance cooperation in investment, technology, and economic growth.
High-Level Delegations Lead the Way
The JMC session was co-chaired by Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, and UAE’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Ahead of the formal session, a working group meeting took place, led by Tariq Bajwa, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister of Pakistan, and Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of State for the UAE. The gathering reviewed the full scope of bilateral relations, paving the way for tangible agreements and future cooperation.
Key Agreements: Visa-Free Travel, AI, and Investment Task Force
Among the most notable outcomes of the session was the signing of the Mutual Visa Exemption MoU, allowing visa-free entry for eligible citizens of both countries. The move is expected to significantly boost travel, tourism, and business between Pakistan and the UAE.
In addition, both sides inked agreements to establish a Joint Task Force to Promote Investments, and a pioneering Agreement on Artificial Intelligence and the Digital Economy, signaling a mutual commitment to innovation and long-term economic transformation.
Expanding Bilateral Cooperation Across Sectors
The ministerial session produced a comprehensive review of cooperation across a broad spectrum of areas, including trade, banking, culture, energy, aviation, railways, food security, climate change, defense, manpower, higher education, and information technology.
Both nations emphasized the importance of enhancing institutional mechanisms and strengthening inter-ministerial coordination to implement the decisions and maintain momentum in bilateral engagement.
A formal protocol was also signed to outline follow-up procedures, coordination frameworks through sector-specific working groups, and measures to facilitate reciprocal high-level visits.
A Shared Vision for Regional Stability and Progress
Held in an atmosphere of mutual respect and brotherhood, the talks also addressed regional and global developments. Both countries reaffirmed their shared commitment to peace, stability, and economic progress in the region.
Officials on both sides expressed satisfaction with the outcomes of the session and agreed to hold the 13th session of the Joint Ministerial Commission in Pakistan at mutually agreed dates.
Strengthening a Deep-Rooted Partnership
The successful conclusion of the 12th JMC session reaffirms the long-standing, multifaceted relationship between Pakistan and the UAE. With new agreements spanning visa liberalization, digital transformation, and investment promotion, the session showcased a shared vision for a dynamic, forward-looking partnership.
As both countries look to the future, these agreements mark a pivotal step toward enhancing bilateral cooperation and building resilient, tech-driven economies interconnected through diplomacy, trade, and innovation.
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