Interior Minister, Polish Minister Discuss Security Cooperation and Legal Migration
ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 7th Oct, 2026)
Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry met with Poland’s Minister and Head of the Council of Ministers, Tomasz Siemoniak, to discuss bilateral relations and avenues for enhancing security cooperation between Pakistan and Poland.
The meeting concentrated on fortifying collaboration in:
- Security
- Intelligence sharing
- Counter terrorism
- Tackling illegal migration
- Collaboration between law enforcement agencies
Both sides agreed on the necessity to impart fresh momentum to bilateral cooperation and elevate high-level interactions between the two nations. They also concurred to finalize various memorandums of understanding, including Mutual Legal Assistance arrangements, at the earliest opportunity.
It was further decided that a delegation from Pakistan’s Ministry of Interior, headed by Minister of State Talal Chaudhry, will soon embark on a visit to Poland to further bolster bilateral relations.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, while addressing the occasion, stated that the Pakistani government has adopted a zero-tolerance policy towards narcotics, illegal migration, and organized crime. He revealed that government measures have led to a 64% reduction in illegal migration from Pakistan to Europe.
Naqvi expressed that enhanced bilateral cooperation and coordination could considerably curb these criminal activities. Polish Minister Tomasz Siemoniak assured Pakistan of complete support in this regard.
Both sides also agreed to promote legal migration channels and employment opportunities for Pakistanis in Europe, as part of efforts to eradicate illegal migration. Siemoniak declared that Polish authorities welcome Pakistani citizens arriving through legitimate means.
The Polish minister highlighted the importance of promoting economic relations alongside political and security ties. Naqvi expressed gratitude to Poland for its support regarding the European Union’s GSP Plus scheme.
The meeting also discussed providing visa-free travel facilities for official passport holders between Pakistan and Poland. Siemoniak voiced his support for Pakistan’s endeavors to foster peace and stability in the region.
Interior Secretary and other senior officials attended the meeting.