Islamabad:
Pakistan and the United Kingdom agree to improve their cooperation to tackle illegal immigration, online harassment for children and other serious crimes.
The obligation was confirmed during a high-level meeting in Islamabad, led by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, where officials from both countries underwent progress under the UK Pakistan serious crime and law enforcement program (raised).
The meeting focused on reviewing progress during the program. Officials from the distinguished, including Neil Fowler, Ken Daines, Habib Yellow and Fizza Waheed, participated in the session along with senior officers from the Ministry of Interior and the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA).
Participants underwent actions taken to tackle key issues such as illegal immigration, harassment from online child, mutual legal assistance, extradition, criminal record, illegal financing and anti-narcotic measures.
The Minister of the Interior emphasized the need for stronger coordination and common actions to limit illegal immigration and drug trafficking. “Illegal immigration is a highest priority and a coordinated effort must be made to prevent it,” he said.
The Minister also emphasized the importance of acting on harassment from online children. “Immediate and strict action must be taken in such cases, and all available resources will be used to protect children online,” Naqvi said.
To tighten border control, NAQVI announced that deported persons involved in illegal migration would now be included in the passport control list for five years. The proposal to add sex offenders to this list is also under consideration.
Recognizing Britain’s support, Naqvi continued to welcome a collaboration. “Mutual cooperation is important for fighting illegal immigration. We appreciate British help in this regard,” he noted. He also highlighted improvements made in mutual rules for legal assistance between the two countries, which has led to more effective results.
The meeting was informed of progress with the distinguished program, including the operational status of a dedicated delivery unit and the establishment of Pakistan’s first sex offender register.
