Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir held a pivotal meeting in Abu Dhabi with the UAE’s National Security Adviser and Deputy Ruler, Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan. During the high-level talks, the Field Marshal declared that the “security and stability of the UAE are an integral part of Pakistan’s own security,” reinforcing the deep-rooted strategic partnership between the two nations.
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The discussions focused on expanding bilateral cooperation in economic collaboration, large-scale investment, and defense engagement. Field Marshal Munir expressed his “sincere appreciation” for the UAE’s decades of consistent support, particularly through direct investments that have served as a lifeline for Pakistan’s economy. This visit follows a recent surge in high-level diplomacy, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s outreach to UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan last week.
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CDF Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir met UAE Deputy Ruler Sheikh Tahnoon in Abu Dhabi, pledging closer cooperation on security, trade, and investment, while reaffirming that UAE’s stability is vital to Pakistan’s own security and regional peace. pic.twitter.com/zt7ZbNTLOP— HTN World (@htnworld) February 16, 2026
The meeting takes place at a sensitive time for the region, as Geneva hosts a second round of indirect talks between the U.S. and Iran. Both Pakistan and the UAE emphasized the need for “continued coordination” to ensure regional prosperity and prevent potential conflict.
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