Thu, September 17, 2026
Islamabad (Web Desk): Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday said that a special protection unit is being established in Islamabad for the security of Chinese nationals.
He said this during the visit of the headquarters of China’s Ministry of Public Security, where he was warmly received by Chinese Interior Minister Wang Xiaohong and senior officials
According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Interior, the two ministers engaged in a detailed discussion lasting over three hours, covering a wide range of topics including bilateral relations, counterterrorism collaboration, police training exchanges, and coordination on issues of shared concern.
Both sides emphasized the need to strengthen institutional structures and enhance operational cooperation.
Officials confirmed that Pakistan and China agreed to convene meetings of the Joint Working Group every three months, while the interior ministers would meet once a year. They stressed that tighter coordination is crucial for advancing their cooperative efforts.
Chinese Interior Minister Wang Xiaohong praised Pakistan’s security measures for Chinese citizens and infrastructure projects, recognizing Islamabad’s commitment to internal security and counterterrorism.
He also acknowledged Pakistan’s sacrifices in combating terrorism, noting China’s deep respect for its efforts
The two countries resolved to improve rapid-response systems against terrorism and crime and to broaden the scope of police training and exchange programs.
Discussions also included Islamabad–Beijing sister-city cooperation, with both sides agreeing to craft a strategy to enhance the skills and professional capabilities of police and security personnel.
Mohsin Naqvi underlined the value of exchanging expertise and information through training programs.
He briefed the Chinese delegation on Pakistan’s strengthened security arrangements for Chinese nationals, calling their safety a “top priority.” He revealed that a special protection unit is being established in Islamabad to further ensure their security.
Naqvi also welcomed Chinese cooperation in combating cybercrime, emphasizing Pakistan’s desire to work with Chinese institutions to reinforce the National Cyber Crimes Investigation Agency (NCCIA).
He highlighted the potential role of China’s AI-based technologies in helping Pakistan confront terrorism and other emerging security challenges, adding, “Pakistan and China share an unbreakable bond, and no force can come between us.”
The interior minister extended an invitation to Wang Xiaohong to visit Pakistan and conveyed goodwill messages from President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif to Chinese leaders.
In response, Wang invited Naqvi to attend the Global Security Cooperation Forum in China this September.
He reaffirmed the strategic partnership between the two nations and expressed satisfaction at hosting the Pakistani minister at the start of 2026, noting China’s commitment to expanding cooperation at all levels. A luncheon was also hosted in honour of the visiting delegation.
The Chinese officials present included Vice Ministers Xu Datong and Yu Xiuhe, Beijing Deputy Mayor and Director General of the Beijing Public Security Bureau Cen Yuanbiao, DG General Office Guo Kan, DG Counterterrorism Department Gao Qiu, and DG International Cooperation Wang Yong.
The Pakistani delegation comprised Federal Interior Secretary Khurram Agha, Ambassador to China Khalil Hashmi, DG National Police Academy Muhammad Idrees, DG NCCIA Syed Khurram Ali, Islamabad Chief Commissioner Muhammad Ali Randhawa, and Islamabad IGP Ali Nasir Rizvi.
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