ISLAMABAD:
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said that new passport regulations are being introduced to curb beggary and illegal immigration, and that strict action was being taken against organised begging networks.
Naqvi met with Saudi Ambassador Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmed Al-Malki at the Saudi Embassy and discussed key issues of mutual interest, including collaboration in economic, social, and security sectors.
Highlighting Pakistan’s resolve to tackle transnational crimes, Naqvi emphasised the country’s keen interest in working closely with Saudi Arabia to combat drug trafficking and human smuggling.
The minister noted that new passport regulations were being introduced to curb beggary and illegal immigration, and that strict action was being taken against organised begging networks.
Naqvi acknowledged the visa-free entry for Saudi citizens into Pakistan as a reflection of the strong ties between the two nations.
He praised Saudi Arabia’s participation in the recent Pak-Gulf Cooperation Council Anti-Narcotics Conference.
Naqvi expressed gratitude to Saudi Arabia and the ambassador for their consistent support to Pakistan, particularly in the areas of economic assistance and social development.
He expressed special appreciation for the Saudi government’s instrumental role in securing the release and safe return of five Pakistani family members wrongly implicated in a drug case.
Al-Malki reiterated Saudi Arabia’s deep-rooted ties with Pakistan and affirmed Saudi Arabia’s desire to further enhance collaboration across all sectors. With input from APP
