By Anzal Amin
ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to deepening cooperation with Gulf countries in all areas of counter-narcotics.
Speaking at an event in Islamabad on Wednesday, he stressed the importance of strengthening mechanisms for intelligence sharing, joint training, real-time coordination, and forensic and technical collaboration.
The interior minister underscored the need for collective efforts to build a safer, healthier region free from the devastating impact of narcotics.
He noted that the conference, hosted by the Anti-Narcotics Force, is being held under the shared vision of a drug-free world.
“Government is fully prepared to enhance collaboration with Gulf states across all sectors of drug control,” he added.
“We are not here merely as representatives of our respective states,” he said, “but as frontline soldiers united on the global stage against the menace of drugs.”
He added that the presence of Gulf delegations at the conference is a powerful symbol of this joint resolve.
Mohsin Naqvi reiterated the importance of regional cooperation, stating that only through coordinated action can we effectively combat this threat and secure a better, drug-free future for our youth and communities.
Earlier, A delegation of US Congress members, accompanied by Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, visited the Kartarpur Corridor and Gurdwara Darbar Sahib to participate in Baisakhi celebrations.
The delegation included US Congressman Thomas Richard Suozzi, Congressman Jonathan Jackson, Acting US Ambassador to Pakistan Natalie Baker, and US Consul General in Lahore Kristen K. Hawkins.
The delegation was warmly welcomed at the Darshan Deori by prominent members of the Sikh community. Interior Minister Naqvi and the US delegation extended heartfelt congratulations to the Sikh community on the occasion of Baisakhi.
During the visit, the delegation toured the Gurdwara Sahib, observed sacred relics associated with Baba Guru Nanak Dev Ji, and attended a special prayer ceremony. They also visited the historic well within the premises.
Congressman Thomas Suozzi expressed his gratitude and hope for improved relations between Pakistan and India. “It feels incredibly good to be here in Kartarpur. I am particularly thankful to Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi for bringing us here. On this occasion of Baisakhi, I extend my heartiest congratulations to the Sikh community.
This visit gives me hope — if India and Pakistan can collaborate on Kartarpur, there is potential for greater harmony in the future,” he said. He added, “I thank our hosts in Pakistan and also extend greetings to friends across the border. May both countries move towards stronger bilateral ties.”
