Naqvi briefs US envoy on beefed-up security for foreign dignitaries
US envoy Natalie Baker meets Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi: Praises Pakistan’s ‘sincere’ efforts for ceasefire in Gulf: Security arrangements for the high-level talks finalized
The United States on Thursday praised Pakistan’s strong diplomacy which led to a ceasefire in the Gulf as Islamabad drawn up a foolproof security plan to guard the foreign dignitaries, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.
Speaking to Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi during a meeting in Islamabad, US Chargé d’Affaires to Pakistan Natalie Baker said that sincere efforts made by Pakistan to broker a ceasefire in the region were praiseworthy.
Both welcomed a pause in the war. A detailed discussion was held on the prevailing situation in the Middle East, and the arrangements being made for peace talks between the US and Iran in Islamabad.
Speaking on the occasion, Mohsin Naqvi said that US Vice-President JD Vance, special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner would be Pakistan’s special guests.
He told Natalie that a comprehensive plan had been drawn up to provide foolproof security to all foreign dignitaries.
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The interior minister and the US envoy also reviewed preparations for the high-level talks.
During the meeting at the Ministry of Interior, the two sides held an extensive discussion on the evolving situation in the Middle East. They welcomed the recent ceasefire agreement, terming it a positive development for regional stability.
Natalie Baker acknowledged Pakistan’s active diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalation, praising Islamabad’s “sincere and constructive role” in supporting peace initiatives.
A key focus of the meeting was the finalization of arrangements for tomorrow’s high-level talks, which are expected to draw significant international attention.
Mohsin Naqvi briefed the US envoy on the comprehensive security and coordination plan devised to facilitate the visit of senior American officials. He confirmed that US Vice-President JD Vance, businessman Steve Witkoff, and senior advisor Jared Kushner will attend the discussions as special guests.
Naqvi assured that foolproof security measures are in place to ensure the safe and smooth conduct of all meetings and movements.
The meeting underscored the continuing cooperation between Pakistan and the United States, particularly in areas of regional security and diplomatic coordination.
Both sides expressed optimism that the upcoming engagements in Islamabad would help strengthen bilateral ties and contribute to broader regional stability and development.
Reporter: Awais Kiyani