RIYADH: Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Saudi Arabia’s Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif held a high-level meeting at the Ministry of Interior’s headquarters in Riyadh to discuss mutual security interests and cooperation.
During the meeting, both leaders emphasised strengthening bilateral collaboration, particularly in combating drug smuggling and addressing other shared security concerns.
Warm welcome
Prince Abdulaziz warmly welcomed Naqvi and his delegation, expressing Saudi Arabia’s continued commitment to supporting Pakistan.
Naqvi, in return, highlighted the deep religious and fraternal ties between the two nations, stating, “Saudi Arabia has always stood by Pakistan during challenging times, and we deeply value this enduring partnership.”
Delegation members
The Pakistani delegation included Ambassador Ahmed Farooq, Director General of Passports and Immigration Mustafa Jamal Qazi, and Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Interior Riffat Mukhtar Raja.
Senior Saudi officials, including Deputy Interior Minister Nasser Al-Dawood and Director of Public Security Lieutenant General Mohammed Al-Bassami were also present.
The leaders reiterated their resolve to enhance cooperation on counter-narcotics measures and other areas of mutual interest, further solidifying the historic and strategic partnership between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.
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