Kabul: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held an important meeting with his Afghan counterpart Sirajuddin Haqqani in Kabul.
Upon his arrival at the Afghan Ministry of Interior, Minister Mohsin Naqvi was warmly received by Afghan Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani.
The two sides discussed bilateral relations, especially issues related to counter-terrorism, border infiltration, and the banned Tehrik-i-Taliban (TTP).
They also held talks on effective management of the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, prevention of drug trafficking, and mechanisms for regulating cross-border movement.
The repatriation process of Afghan citizens residing illegally in Pakistan was also discussed.
Both interior ministers emphasized the need for peaceful coexistence, stability, and cooperation between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
They agreed to strengthen mutual cooperation for effective border management and elimination of the menace of terrorism.
“Terrorist organizations are the cause of chaos and instability. We must stop them together,” said Mohsin Naqvi.
“Pakistan desires brotherly and long-term relations with Afghanistan,” added Mohsin Naqvi.
“Pakistan has selflessly hosted millions of Afghan refugees for decades. The doors remain open for the legal entry of Afghan citizens,” said Mohsin Naqvi.
Afghanistan’s Senior Deputy Interior Minister Ibrahim Sardar, Pakistan’s Special Representative for Afghanistan Mohammad Sadiq, Federal Interior Secretary Khurram Agha, senior diplomatic officials, and representatives of the Afghan Ministry of Interior were also present on the occasion.