- Interior Minister reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with US
ISLAMABAD: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Friday emphasized that President Trump had rendered a “great service to humanity” by helping avert a “catastrophic conflict in the region,” saying “the credit for the ceasefire between two nuclear powers goes to President Donald Trump.”
Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi expressed the views during an important meeting with the United States’ Acting Ambassador to Pakistan, Natalie Baker, in Islamabad here on Friday.
The meeting focused on key issues of mutual interest, bilateral relations, and expanding cooperation between the two countries.
During the discussion, both sides exchanged views on the post-ceasefire situation between Pakistan and India.
Minister Naqvi expressed deep gratitude to US President Donald Trump and the American ambassador for their pivotal role in bringing about the ceasefire.
The interior minister also appreciated the US President’s positive remarks regarding Pakistan’s leadership.
“We welcome President Trump’s encouraging thoughts about Pakistan’s leadership,” Naqvi stated.
Reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with the United States, Naqvi emphasized that Pakistan desired to further enhance mutual cooperation with the US across various sectors.
In response, Acting US Ambassador Natalie Baker said the United States valued its strong relationship with Pakistan. “We have excellent ties with Pakistan and look forward to continuing cooperation in multiple fields,” she said.
Federal Secretary for Interior, Khurram Agha, was also present during the meeting.
Interior Minister visits Pakistan Rangers Punjab Headquarters
Meanwhile, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the Pakistan Rangers Punjab Headquarters in Lahore on Friday where he laid floral wreath at Yadgar-e-Shuhadaa and offered fateha.
He met with the family members of martyrs and praised their high morale.
Naqvi said that the whole nation salutes martyrs’ families. The Interior Minister lauded the professionalism and commitment of Pakistan Rangers.
Special events held in Karachi on the occasion of Youm-e-Tashakur for the success of Operation Bunyanum Marsoos.
