Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday said that strong relations with the USA were an important component of Pakistan’s foreign policy, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.
Speaking to a delegation of US congressmen, namely Jack Bergman, Tom Suozzi and Jonathan Jackson, who called on him in Islamabad, he said that the holding of the Pakistan Caucus in the USA on April 30 was a positive step.
He said that terrorism was a global issue and Pakistan needed the support of the international community to combat it. “The sharing of intelligence technology is very important in the fight against terrorism,” he said, and added that the sacrifices given by the Pakistani forces and civilians in the war against terrorism were unprecedented.
The interior minister also welcomed the participation of the US delegation in the recently concluded Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum, 2025. “The government is providing every possible support and complete protection to investors.”
Speaking on the occasion, the US congressmen stressed the need for highlighting the role Pakistan played in the war on terror.
They said that members of the Pakistani community living in the USA were competent and hardworking.
A detailed discussion was held on relations between the two countries and other matters of mutual interest, including increasing cooperation in trade and investment sectors.
Border security and the steps taken to eliminate terrorism were also discussed at the meeting.
Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry, Acting US ambassador in Pakistan Natalie A. Baker and Secretary Interior Khurram Agha were also present on the occasion.
Reporter: Awais Kiani