President Asif Ali Zardari is scheduled to begin a landmark four-day state visit to Bahrain on January 13, 2026, aimed at deepening strategic and economic ties between the two nations. Accompanied by a high-level delegation, the President will hold high-stakes meetings with King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa to discuss bilateral cooperation, regional stability, and international issues. This visit comes at a pivotal moment, as both countries seek to capitalize on the momentum generated by the May 2025 Investment Summit and move toward a target of $1 billion in bilateral trade by 2028.
The President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, H.E. Mr. @AAliZardari, will undertake an official visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain from 13-16 January 2026.
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A central focus of the trip will be the finalization of the Pakistan-GCC Free Trade Agreement and the expansion of the Special Investment Facilitation Council’s reach into sectors such as IT, renewable energy, and mining. Defense remains a cornerstone of the partnership, with talks expected to cover cybersecurity and maritime connectivity between Pakistan’s deep-sea ports and Bahrain’s Khalifa bin Salman Port. Additionally, President Zardari will prioritize the welfare of the 120,000-strong Pakistani diaspora in the Kingdom, acknowledging their vital role in supporting the national economy through remittances. This visit underscores Pakistan’s commitment to a “brotherly” alliance anchored in shared faith and mutual prosperity.
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