Pakistan and the UAE have agreed to increase flights between the two countries to improve connectivity and strengthen their longstanding ties.
According to Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, the agreement was finalized this week after discussions with UAE authorities regarding the introduction of more budget-friendly airline options.
Pakistan’s AirSial will launch flights from three cities to Abu Dhabi, while Wizz Air will begin operations between Abu Dhabi and two cities in Pakistan.
These new routes are expected to start within the next two to three months, with airlines set to announce schedules and routes soon.
Currently, eight airlines including Emirates, Etihad Airways, flydubai, PIA, Fly Jinnah, Air Arabia, Serene Air, and Air Blue, operate flights between the two countries.
Officials emphasize that the agreement is not just about increasing flights but also about boosting trade, investment, and cultural ties.
The development coincides with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s upcoming visit to the UAE in February for the World Government Summit, where further discussions on economic cooperation, trade, and employment opportunities are expected.
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