ISLAMABAD, Oct 21 (APP):Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry met with Maldives Interior Minister Ali Ihsan on Wednesday and both have discussed strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation in internal security, law enforcement and efforts to prevent illegal immigration, human trafficking and organised crime.
During the meeting, the two sides held a detailed exchange of views on bilateral relations and ways to expand cooperation between Pakistan and the Maldives.
They discussed promoting mutual assistance to prevent illegal immigration, human trafficking and organised crime, with a focus on closer coordination to address these shared challenges.
Talal Chaudhry said Pakistan attached importance to security cooperation and the exchange of experiences with friendly countries to promote peace and stability in the region.
He said Pakistan wanted to further strengthen bilateral cooperation with the Maldives in internal security and law enforcement.
The minister of state said closer contacts and cooperation between the two countries were necessary to address common challenges, including illegal immigration and human trafficking.
Talal Chaudhry also conveyed Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi’s assurance that Pakistan would extend all possible support to promote bilateral cooperation between the two countries.
He said Pakistan was ready to facilitate efforts aimed at strengthening cooperation in the relevant areas.
During the meeting, Maldives Interior Minister Ali Ihsan said both countries could effectively address the challenges they faced through mutual cooperation and joint efforts.
The meeting focused on opportunities to strengthen coordination between the two countries in areas of shared interest, particularly internal security, law enforcement and the prevention of cross-border crimes.
Special Secretary Interior Muhammad Shoaib Akbar and other relevant officials were also present at the meeting.
Source: APP (Associated Press of Pakistan)
