Overview
- Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan landed at Nur Khan Airbase to a red‑carpet reception that included a Pakistan Air Force JF‑17 flypast.
- This is his first official visit to Pakistan since assuming the UAE presidency, following a private trip in January.
- He is set to meet Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to review the full spectrum of bilateral ties and discuss regional and international issues of mutual interest.
- A public holiday was declared in Islamabad, closing federal institutions, the Senate and National Assembly secretariats, and courts, with cause lists canceled.
- Banks and essential services, including the Capital Development Authority, police and Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited, continue normal operations, as the UAE leader travels with a high‑level delegation.