The United Arab Emirates has demanded Islamabad to hand over Pakistani citizen Naseebullah who has been convicted by a UAE court, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Thursday.

According to sources, the UAE authorities have submitted a request in this regard to the Pakistani Foreign Ministry.

The UAE request states that Naseebullah was convicted by a court in Emirates.

The federal cabinet through a circulation summary has approved a summary moved by the Interior Ministry, directing ADCG Islamabad to appoint an inquiry officer in this regard.

The sources further said a decision will be taken after the completion of inquiry against Naseebullah.

 

Reporter Awais Kiyani