Dubai: Pakistan and the UAE have agreed to boost flight services between the two countries.
A senior diplomat stated that the move aims to improve connection and deepen their long-standing friendship.
The agreement is a big step forward in expanding bilateral commerce and connectivity, as Pakistan seeks to strengthen economic ties with its important Middle Eastern neighbor.
Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, told Gulf News that the agreement was reached this week after discussions with UAE officials about the introduction of new low-cost aircraft routes between the two nations.
“As part of this agreement, Pakistan’s AirSial will begin flights from three Pakistani cities to Abu Dhabi, while Wizz Air will operate flights between Abu Dhabi and two cities in Pakistan,” Ambassador Tirmizi explained. The new services are expected to launch within the next two to three months, with final route details and flight schedules to be announced by the airlines soon.
Currently, at least eight airlines including Emirates, Etihad Airways, fly Dubai, PIA, Fly Jinnah, Air Arabia, Serene Air and Air Blue operate flights between the two countries.
“This agreement goes beyond just increasing the number of flights,” Tirmizi added. “It’s about expanding trade, commerce, and cultural exchange between our two nations.”
This development comes at an important time, as Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is scheduled to visit the UAE in February to attend the World Government Summit. The visit is intended to provide additional possibilities to strengthen bilateral cooperation, particularly in trade, investment, and skilled labor employment.
