WASHINGTON: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has expressed optimism that Pak-US relations will enter a new phase under President Donald Trump’s leadership.
In separate meetings with U.S. Congressmen Joe Wilson and Rob Bresnahan, Minister Naqvi discussed mutual interests, enhancing bilateral ties, and cooperation in various fields.
The discussions also addressed resolving issues faced by overseas Pakistanis and achieving sustainable peace in the region, particularly concerning the situation in Afghanistan. Both sides emphasised the need for increased exchanges of trade and cultural delegations.
Minister Naqvi assured full cooperation at all levels to strengthen Pak-US relations and extended an invitation to the Congressmen to visit Pakistan.
The Interior Minister highlighted that the U.S. remained a critical strategic partner for Pakistan, with relations spanning several decades. He praised President Trump’s commitment to global peace and conflict resolution, describing his leadership as a beacon of hope for the world. Pakistan’s Ambassador to the U.S., Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, was also present during the meetings.
Earlier, Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi and US lawmakers have agreed to promote bilateral relations between Pakistan and America.
Naqvi, who is in the US on an official visit, held meetings with Democratic Congressman Thomas Richard Suozzi and Republican Congress member Jack Bergman, who are also members of the Pakistani Caucus in Washington. During the meetings, the officials discussed matters of mutual interest, including Pakistan-US relations, as well as other important issues, including the situation in Afghanistan.
Minister Naqvi invited Congressman Thomas Suozzi and Congressman Jack Bergman to visit Pakistan, saying their visit would help strengthen bilateral ties.
The interior minister told the American lawmakers that the US is a key economic and defence partner of Pakistan, adding the South Asian country valued American cooperation in its social sectors. He emphasised that Pakistan attached special importance to its bilateral relations with the US.
Naqvi added that Pakistan sought further collaboration in all areas with the US.
Congressman Thomas Suozzi expressed his commitment to further strengthening relations with Pakistan and confirmed that he would visit Pakistan soon.
The meeting also decided to hold the Pakistani Caucus Conference in Washington DC on April 30.
Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States Rizwan Saeed Sheikh was also present.
Earlier, Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said on Tuesday the relations between Pakistan and United States would reach new heights during President Donald Trump’s tenure.
Naqvi attended a special dinner reception at the Lincoln Liberty Hall in Washington during his visit to the United States. –Agencies
