Saifullah Ansar

ISLAMABAD, DEC 24 /DNA/ – The Islamabad district administration has declared a public holiday in the federal capital on December 26 in view of the arrival of a high-level foreign delegation led by the President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The decision was taken to facilitate security arrangements and official engagements during the high-profile visit.

According to official sources, the UAE president will arrive in Islamabad with a large delegation comprising senior government officials and business leaders. During the visit, several bilateral agreements and memorandums of understanding are expected to be signed, aimed at further strengthening cooperation between Pakistan and the UAE in key sectors including investment, energy, defence, and infrastructure.

The visit comes at a significant time in regional diplomacy and follows the recent overseas engagements of Pakistan’s army chief, including his visit to Libya. Diplomatic observers note that regional security and defence cooperation are likely to feature prominently in discussions, particularly in the context of emerging geopolitical developments.

Reports circulating in international media have also linked the timing of the visit to broader regional defence dynamics, including a reported multi-billion-dollar arms deal involving Libya. The UAE is known to support General Khalifa Haftar’s faction in Libya, a factor analysts say adds strategic importance to ongoing diplomatic engagements.

Security across Islamabad will be tightened, with special traffic and security plans to be implemented during the visit. Authorities have advised citizens to cooperate with law enforcement agencies and follow official advisories.