NEW YORK — Pakistan and China have agreed to deepen cooperation on counterterrorism, border security, and law enforcement following talks between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and his Chinese counterpart, Ling Zhifeng, on the sidelines of a United Nations security summit in New York.
According to Pakistani state media, the two ministers met at UN Headquarters and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration against terrorism and transnational crime. Discussions focused on enhancing border management, curbing illegal immigration, combating drug trafficking, and improving joint efforts to disrupt terrorist financing and logistical support networks.
The ministers also reviewed measures to strengthen security arrangements for Chinese nationals working in Pakistan. Other topics included easing visa procedures and promoting greater people-to-people exchanges between the two countries.
Pakistan, Sri Lanka Strengthen Security Ties
Separately, Naqvi met with Sri Lankan Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Ananda Wijepala, where both sides agreed to expand cooperation in law enforcement and regional security.
According to state-run Radio Pakistan, the two ministers pledged closer coordination in counter-narcotics operations and agreed to enhance collaboration in police training and capacity-building initiatives.
They also discussed increasing cooperation to combat illegal immigration and prevent the use of forged travel documents. Officials reviewed a proposed memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening bilateral efforts against organized crime and money laundering.
To facilitate continued engagement, Pakistan and Sri Lanka agreed to establish a joint working group between their interior ministries. The ministers also committed to addressing pending visa-related issues on a priority basis.
UN Police Summit
Naqvi is representing Pakistan at the Fifth United Nations Chiefs of Police Summit (UNCOPS 2026), being held at UN Headquarters on July 7 and 8. The gathering has brought together interior ministers, police chiefs, and senior law enforcement officials from around the world to discuss international peacekeeping, public security, and strategies to combat transnational crime.
This year’s summit is focused on developing a renewed vision for United Nations policing, with an emphasis on ensuring that peace operations remain adaptable, effective, and centered on the needs of local communities.
Additional Diplomatic Engagements
Diplomatic sources told Dawn that Naqvi is expected to travel to Washington early next week for meetings with senior U.S. officials as Pakistan continues diplomatic efforts aimed at facilitating dialogue between the United States and Iran.
The interior minister is also expected to hold talks with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani during his visit.