Naqvi reviews Islamabad security plan, says hosting US-Iran talks is an honour for Pakistan

Islamabad (Web Desk): Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has described the selection of Islamabad as the venue for US–Iran talks as a major diplomatic honour for Pakistan, saying it reflects the country’s growing international credibility and successful foreign policy.

He made the remarks while chairing a high-level meeting in Islamabad to review security arrangements in view of the expected arrival of foreign delegations.

The interior minister directed that a comprehensive and foolproof security plan be implemented in the federal capital Islamabad, given the sensitive nature of the negotiations.

He formally approved the security framework during the meeting. A special control room has been established at the Ministry of Interior to continuously monitor all developments related to the talks and ensure real-time coordination among security agencies.

It was also decided that Islamabad’s Red Zone would remain completely sealed throughout the negotiations, with entry strictly limited to authorised personnel only.

Officials from the Islamabad police, Rangers, Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), and the Federal Constabulary (FC) were directed to remain on high alert and ensure the complete security of visiting delegations.

The minister stressed that no lapse would be tolerated in providing protection to foreign guests.
Naqvi said that the choice of Pakistan as a host for talks between the United States and Iran following a ceasefire was a testament to the country’s strengthened diplomatic standing.

He added that Pakistan would utilise all available resources to provide the best possible hospitality and security arrangements for the visiting delegations.

The meeting was attended by Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry, the federal interior secretary, the chief commissioner of Islamabad, as well as senior representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and heads of all relevant security agencies.

Participants also reviewed travel routes and logistics arrangements for the incoming delegations.