ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Iran reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation in security, border management and regional stability as Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni held wide-ranging talks with Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi during his three-day official visit to Islamabad.
The visit underscored the growing momentum in Pakistan-Iran relations, with both sides agreeing to intensify collaboration in counterterrorism, counternarcotics, curbing illegal immigration and preventing human smuggling while stressing the importance of coordinated efforts to address shared security challenges along the Afghan border.
Upon his arrival at the Ministry of Interior, the Iranian interior minister was accorded a warm welcome by Mohsin Naqvi. A smartly turned-out contingent of the Federal Constabulary presented a guard of honour to the visiting dignitary, reflecting the significance Pakistan attached to the high-level engagement.
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The ceremony was followed by the introduction of members of the Iranian delegation to Pakistani officials, while the Iranian minister was introduced to the heads of the Ministry of Interior’s attached departments and agencies.
The two interior ministers first held a one-on-one meeting before leading their respective delegations in comprehensive talks covering bilateral relations, regional developments and avenues for expanding cooperation between the neighbouring countries.
The discussions placed particular emphasis on strengthening institutional coordination in combating terrorism and narcotics trafficking, with both sides agreeing that closer collaboration was essential to effectively tackle cross-border security threats.
They also resolved to improve mechanisms for cooperation in addressing illegal immigration and human smuggling while reinforcing coordination among relevant law enforcement agencies.
Speaking after the meeting, Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to broadening cooperation with Iran across all sectors. He commended Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni for their efforts in promoting peace and expressed optimism that ongoing diplomatic initiatives would yield positive outcomes, paving the way for lasting peace and stability in the region.
The Iranian delegation included the Governor General of Sistan and Baluchestan Province, the Deputy Interior Minister, the Deputy Minister for Urban Development and Transport, the head of the National Iranian Oil Company, the Special Representative of the Iranian Minister of Agriculture and other senior officials.
The Pakistani side was represented by Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry, the Federal Secretary Interior, the Chairman of NADRA, the Directors General of the Federal Investigation Agency, Anti-Narcotics Force, Federal Constabulary, National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency, and Immigration and Passports, as well as the Chairman of the Capital Development Authority, the Inspector General of Islamabad Police and senior officials of the Ministry of Interior.
The high-level engagement reflected the shared resolve of Pakistan and Iran to deepen cooperation on matters of mutual interest while reinforcing regional peace, border security and institutional collaboration in addressing common security and law enforcement challenges.
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