Islamabad: Pakistan and the European Union have agreed to collaborate on the European Union’s Eastern Corridor Initiative to tackle illegal migration. In a meeting held today in Islamabad, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and European Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration Magnus Brunner decided to enhance border security and promote legal immigration.

According to Radio Pakistan, both parties committed to strengthening cooperation in migration, institutional collaboration, and border management. They also discussed improving the capacity of the Pakistan Coast Guards. The meeting further addressed the promotion of legal migration between Pakistan and the European Union and expanding opportunities for skilled workers.

Magnus Brunner highlighted the global issue of illegal migration and assured Pakistan of support. He praised the 64 percent decline in illegal migration to Europe, attributing it to Pakistan’s effective measures. Brunner also acknowledged the Federal Investigation Agency’s professional competence despite limited resources. Interior Minister Naqvi stated that after achieving a significant reduction in illegal migration, Pakistan aims to eliminate it entirely.