UAE awards Golden Visa to Pakistani entrepreneur for contributions to smart automation

ISLAMABAD: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) government this week awarded its Golden Visa to Pakistani entrepreneur Muhammad Zeeshan Shahzad for reshaping the smart automation industry in the Gulf country, state-run media reported. 

Shahzad, originally from Pakistan, has made a name for himself in Dubai by leading the UAE’s first locally established smart automation brand, state-run Associated Press of Pakistan (APP) said. His work is credited with advancing both residential and commercial automation in Dubai and beyond.

The UAE’s Golden Visa is a long-term residence visa that enables foreign talents to live, work or study in the UAE while enjoying exclusive benefits. These benefits could include an entry visa for six months with multiple entries to proceed with residence issuance. a long-term, renewable residence visa valid for 5 or 10 years. 

“The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Saturday awarded its Golden Visa to Muhammad Zeeshan Shahzad, a Pakistani entrepreneur who has reshaped the smart automation industry in the UAE,” APP said. 

“The UAE recognized Muhammad Zeeshan Shahzad, CEO of Smartinn Technology LLC, for his contributions to smart automation.”

Smart automation involves integrating advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), robotic process automation (RPA) and data analytics into automated systems to enhance their efficiency. 

In a statement, Shahzad remarked that receiving the Golden Visa is a validation of his efforts to help Dubai evolve into a “tech-forward city” with a rapidly growing market for smart automation, the APP said. 

“Shahzad’s leadership at Smartinn Technology LLC has positioned the company as a premium name in the global automation industry,” it said. “His work aligns with the UAE government’s goals, especially its focus on sustainability and innovation.”