United Arab Emirates Deputy Prime Minister Lt. Gen. Sheikh Saif bin Zayed al Nahyan on Friday assured Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi of his full support in addressing issues facing Pakistanis in securing visas to the Gulf state.
Naqvi is currently on an official visit to the U.A.E., and his meeting with the Gulf official aimed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in security, counter-narcotics, and immigration matters.
According to state-run Associated Press of Pakistan, Naqvi received a warm welcome, including a guard of honor, at the U.A.E. Ministry of Interior. The interior minister was introduced to senior officials of the ministry before engaging in detailed discussions on key issues.
The primary issue under discussion was resolving visa-related concerns of Pakistani citizens, especially regarding work permits. “We want Pakistani citizens to come to the U.A.E. with ease. Relaxation in visa policies will bring great relief,” Naqvi shared during the meeting.
The two ministers also discussed enhancing cooperation in security, combating drug trafficking and smuggling, and curbing illegal immigration. They reaffirmed a commitment to strengthening historic and friendly ties between the two countries and pledged to expand cooperation across various sectors.
Naqvi also visited the modern policing and operations center of Abu Dhabi Police. During his visit, he was briefed on the city’s advanced surveillance and crime-prevention systems. Praising the technological innovations, the minister expressed interest in adopting similar systems in Pakistan.
Naqvi concluded his meeting by describing the brotherly ties between the U.A.E. and Pakistan as a national asset and expressed Pakistan’s desire to deepen cooperation in all areas, particularly security and public welfare.