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Pakistan Pavilion Opens at Middle East Energy 2025

The Pakistan Pavilion was officially inaugurated at the 49th edition of Middle East Energy 2025, taking place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from April 7 to 9, 2025. The event is recognized as one of the premier energy exhibitions in the region, attracting over 40,000 energy professionals and 1,600 international exhibitors. The inauguration ceremony was led by Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, who emphasized the importance of this event for showcasing Pakistan's capabilities in the energy sector. During the inauguration, Ambassador Tirmizi expressed pride in the participation of eight leading Pakistani companies under the umbrella of the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP). These companies are showcasing innovations across five key energy transition sectors: Smart Solutions, Clean & Renewable Energy, Backup Generators & Critical Power, Transmission & Distribution, and Energy Consumption & Management. This diver...

UAE Rises as a Leader in Global Connectivity



The latest DHL Connectedness Report highlights the UAE's rising profile as one of the world's most globally integrated economies. According to the findings, the UAE ranks among the top 10 most connected countries and has significantly increased its trade and investment links since 2001.  


Through strategic investments in trade infrastructure and embracing new technologies, the UAE continues to strengthen vital connectivity across borders. Major projects like the massive Jebel Ali Port expansion and the new Al Maktoum Airport cement the country's position as a strategic trading and logistics hub.


By accelerating its digital transformation with 5G rollout and policies supporting remote working, the UAE is optimizing opportunities in industries like e-commerce and healthcare logistics. The successful Expo 2020 event further boosted international business networks.


The UAE's leadership recognized from the start that deeper global integration was key to economic resilience. Even amid global headwinds, the country seized opportunities to widen international collaboration and facilitate global capital and talent flows. 


As a result, the UAE stands poised to maximize emerging opportunities in fast-growing markets. The findings highlight the vision of establishing a highly interconnected and innovation-driven economy of the future. Through regional trade agreements and strengthening East-West connectivity, the UAE looks to continue leading on the global stage.

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