The UAE and Pakistan have inked an MoU focused on government modernization, aimed at advancing institutional reform, data-driven policymaking, and capacity building in Pakistan, according to a press release. Under the MoU, both sides will collaborate on civil service development, public sector reform, urban planning, and science and tech integration, among other areas. The partnership will include knowledge-sharing programs, advisory support, and digitization initiatives.

PLUS- UAE deepens ties with the Czech Republic: UAE State Minister for International Cooperation Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy discussed with Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský and Health Minister Vlastimil Válek bilateral initiatives and trilateral cooperation with African countries, state news agency Wam reports. The two sides agreed to work together on healthcare capacity-building in Africa.

AND- UAE and Serbia presidents discuss bilateral cooperation in Abu Dhabi: President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić to discuss strengthening bilateral relations, Wam reports. The leaders discussed expanding cooperation in renewable energy and food security, while reviewing the implementation of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement that recently took effect.

ALSO- UAE President + Putin discuss regional escalation: President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a call to review bilateral ties and discuss the escalating regional security situation, Wam reports. The leaders stressed the need for de-escalation and backed diplomatic solutions to ongoing regional conflicts.