ISLAMABAD: In a key assurance to the United States, Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has reaffirmed foolproof security measures for American companies working on the Reko Diq Project, one of the largest foreign investment ventures in Pakistan.
In a significant diplomatic engagement, the interior minister met with US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs S Paul Kapur on Friday to review the trajectory of Pakistan-US relations, regional security challenges and avenues for deeper cooperation.
The meeting, attended by Acting US Ambassador Natalie Baker, Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry and senior officials, unfolded against the backdrop of heightened geopolitical shifts in the Middle East and renewed emphasis on counterterrorism coordination.
Sources present at the meeting said the discussion also touched upon operational frameworks to ensure long-term investor confidence.
In his remarks, Naqvi underlined that Pakistan-US relations had strengthened during the tenure of Donald Trump, adding that bilateral ties were anchored in “mutual trust, shared objectives and robust cooperation.” He highlighted Islamabad’s commitment to facilitating US interests in the region, particularly in areas of counter-terrorism and counter-narcotics. Pushing for stronger people-to-people connectivity, the interior minister reiterated Pakistan’s desire for an early resumption of direct flights between Pakistan and the United States—an issue long on the bilateral agenda.
Officials believe the revival of direct air links would boost business, academic exchanges and diaspora engagement.
The evolving Middle East conflict also featured prominently during the dialogue. Naqvi expressed the hope for a “lasting and peaceful settlement”, stressing the need for collective global diplomacy to stem regional volatility.
Kapur, acknowledging Pakistan’s contributions, praised Islamabad’s ongoing efforts in promoting regional peace and stability. Diplomatic observers view his remarks as an encouraging signal of Washington’s recognition of Pakistan’s strategic role. The meeting concluded with both the sides agreeing to maintain momentum on security cooperation and institutional engagements.
