Islamabad (National Times) Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said on Saturday that the government has implemented a \u201czero-tolerance policy\u201d against illegal immigration, leading to a 47% decline in such cases.
During a meeting with acting US Ambassador to Pakistan, Natalie Baker, the minister discussed expanding cooperation in areas of mutual interest and further strengthening Pakistan-US relations.
According to the ministry, both officials discussed enhancing collaboration to curb illegal immigration and improve pre-immigration clearance systems. They also agreed to expand cooperation in law enforcement training, particularly for police.
A key decision made during the meeting was to launch joint operations under comprehensive SOPs against networks involved in fake and fraudulent visa activities.
Minister Naqvi reiterated that the government has adopted a \u201czero-tolerance policy\u201d toward agent mafias and those facilitating illegal migration. He welcomed US support in this regard.
\u201cI am personally monitoring the actions against fake visa networks,\u201d Naqvi said, adding that Pakistan\u2019s passport has been made foolproof through modern technology. Calling illegal immigration a serious issue, he noted that the government\u2019s robust crackdown against those attempting to reach the US illegally is underway.
Naqvi stated that effective government measures have resulted in a 47% reduction in illegal immigration. He emphasised that individuals involved in producing or facilitating fake documentation should not be dealt with leniency.
US Ambassador Natalie Baker reaffirmed Washington\u2019s commitment to its relationship with Pakistan.
\u201cWe attach special importance to our ties with Pakistan,\u201d she said. \u201cOur priorities are aligned, and expanding mutual cooperation will further strengthen our relationship.\u201d
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