ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the United Kingdom (UK) have agreed to deepen cooperation in security, migration management and law-enforcement capacity building, while reaffirming their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations.
The understanding was reached during a meeting between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and British Deputy Foreign Secretary Hamish Falconer in Islamabad on Wednesday.
The two sides reviewed Pakistan-UK relations and exchanged views on regional developments, counterterrorism efforts, illegal migration, institutional cooperation and police training initiatives.
During the meeting, Falconer commended Pakistan’s role in facilitating dialogue and understanding between the United States and Iran, describing Islamabad’s contribution as an important step towards regional and global peace. He praised Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir for what he termed a “historic role” in promoting peace and stability in the region.
According to the British official, efforts that helped reduce tensions between Washington and Tehran have enhanced Pakistan’s image as a constructive advocate of peace on the international stage.
Naqvi highlighted the achievements of the Upskill Project, saying the initiative had delivered positive outcomes and strengthened the capabilities of Pakistani institutions. He stressed that the government remained committed to improving professional standards and institutional performance through international partnerships.
Both countries agreed to expand cooperation in counterterrorism, law-enforcement training, institutional development and efforts to combat illegal migration. They also pledged closer coordination to tackle fraudulent student visa schemes, which have become a growing concern for authorities in both nations.
The interior minister said Pakistan was taking indiscriminate action against human trafficking networks and illegal migration facilitators. He also raised concerns about terrorist groups operating from Afghan territory, urging the Afghan authorities to prevent their soil from being used for activities against Pakistan.
Senior Pakistani ministers, officials from the Federal Investigation Agency, and British High Commissioner to Pakistan Jane Marriott attended the meeting.