Pakistan and Bangladesh have committed to intensifying their bilateral collaboration to address the growing challenges posed by cybercrime and online fraud, the Ministry of Interior announced. This agreement was reached during a high-level meeting between Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and his Bangladeshi counterpart, Salahuddin Ahmed, held on the sidelines of the United Nations summit in New York.
Minister Naqvi highlighted the importance of a renewed diplomatic effort, urging both countries to capitalize on emerging opportunities to deepen their longstanding bilateral relations. Discussions included plans to implement specialized training programs and exchange initiatives for police officers, aimed at enhancing the capacity of law enforcement agencies to counter digital threats effectively.
In addition to cybersecurity cooperation, the two ministers engaged in comprehensive talks on critical geopolitical issues, such as the ongoing tensions between the US and Iran and the unstable security environment in the Middle East. Bangladeshi Interior Minister Salahuddin Ahmed praised Pakistan’s constructive role in fostering regional peace and stability.
Responding to this commendation, Naqvi acknowledged the significant contributions of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir in maintaining peace across the region.
Currently in the United States, Naqvi represented Pakistan at the high-level UN summit held on July 7 and 8, which convened interior ministers, police chiefs, and senior law enforcement officials worldwide to discuss international security and strengthen collective efforts against transnational crime.
During the summit, Naqvi also met with UN Secretary-General António Guterres, who expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s sustained commitment to global peace operations. Furthermore, Naqvi expanded Pakistan’s diplomatic engagement through bilateral meetings with counterparts from China, Russia, and Sri Lanka to explore avenues for mutual security cooperation.
