Islamabad:
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said that new passport regulations are being introduced to stop the beggar and illegal immigration, and that strict measures were being taken against organized begging networks.
Naqvi met with Saudi ambassador Nawaf Bin Saeed Ahmed al-Malki at the Saudi Embassy and discussed key issues of mutual interest, including collaboration in economic, social and security sectors.
By highlighting Pakistan’s resolution to address transnational crimes, NAQVI emphasized the country’s great interest in working closely with Saudi Arabia to combat drug trafficking and human smuggling.
The minister said that new passport regulations were introduced to stop the begging and illegal immigration, and that strict measures were being taken against organized begging networks.
Naqvi recognized the entrance without visa for Saudi citizens in Pakistan as a reflection of strong ties between the two nations.
He praised the participation of Saudi Arabia in the recent anti-narcotics conference of the Gulfo Pak-Gulf Cooperation Council.
Naqvi expressed his gratitude to Saudi Arabia and the ambassador for his constant support for Pakistan, particularly in the areas of economic assistance and social development.
He expressed special appreciation for the instrumental role of the Saudi government in obtaining the liberation and safe return of five members of the Pakistani family implied erroneously in a drug case.
Al-Malki reiterated the entrenched ties of Saudi Arabia with Pakistan and affirmed the desire for Saudi Arabia of further improving collaboration in all sectors. With application entrance
