Islamabad( Khyber point) Pakistan’s Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a meeting with the United States Chargé d’Affaires, Natalie Baker, where the two sides discussed a wide range of issues including bilateral relations, mutual security concerns, and investment opportunities.
According to official sources, the meeting touched upon matters related to Pakistani nationals wanted in the United States, as well as enhanced cooperation in border security, counter-narcotics, coast guard operations, and forensic sciences. Both sides agreed to deepen collaboration in these sectors in order to improve law enforcement capacities and strengthen security frameworks.
During the meeting, the U.S. envoy also expressed condolences over the loss of life and property caused by recent devastating floods in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab. She extended sympathies to the victims and reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to supporting Pakistan in times of humanitarian need.
Highlighting the potential for greater economic engagement, Interior Minister Naqvi welcomed recent remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding joint efforts to boost Pakistan’s oil exploration. “This statement is encouraging. American investors can benefit from opportunities in oil and other sectors in Pakistan, and the government will provide them with all possible facilitation,” Naqvi said.
The minister stressed that Pakistan is eager to broaden economic ties with the U.S., noting that foreign investments are critical to unlocking the country’s energy and development potential. He added that Pakistan values its long-standing partnership with Washington and looks forward to expanding cooperation across multiple domains.
Chargé d’Affaires Baker reaffirmed America’s commitment to Pakistan, emphasizing that Washington attaches special importance to its ties with Islamabad. She added that new avenues of collaboration were being explored to strengthen both economic and security partnerships between the two nations.
The meeting was also attended by Federal Secretary for Interior Muhammad Khurram Agha and Additional Secretary for Interior, Major General Noor Wali Khan (Retd.), reflecting the importance both governments attach to high-level institutional dialogue.
Analysts note that the meeting comes at a crucial time as Pakistan navigates complex security challenges at home while seeking to stabilize its economy through foreign investment. Observers believe that U.S. engagement in Pakistan’s energy sector could play a significant role in meeting the country’s growing demand for resources, while enhanced security cooperation would bolster efforts against organized crime and cross-border threats.
The dialogue between Naqvi and Baker underlines the continuing relevance of Pakistan-U.S. ties, balancing both security priorities and economic opportunities.
