Pakistan PM briefed on SCO talks, Iran visit and national security measures

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi in Lahore on Saturday to discuss regional diplomacy, national security, and law and order.

The meeting included a briefing on Naqvi's bilateral engagements at the SCO conference in Bishkek and consultations on his upcoming visit to Tehran.

What did PM Shehbaz and Naqvi discuss at the Lahore meeting?

Naqvi briefed the prime minister on key bilateral meetings held on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization conference in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

The two leaders also held consultations on Naqvi's planned visit to Tehran, with Sharif providing guidance and directions for the trip.

Pakistan has played a central role as mediator in the U.S.-Iran peace process, and Interior Minister Naqvi has previously been credited with playing a key role in brokering the ceasefire between the two sides.

What was discussed on Pakistan's security situation?

The meeting included a detailed review of Pakistan's overall security and law and order situation. Naqvi informed the prime minister about ongoing measures aimed at maintaining public order and ensuring the safety of citizens across the country.

Sharif emphasized the importance of close coordination among all relevant institutions and called for a unified and integrated strategy to strengthen national security and improve the effectiveness of law enforcement efforts.