Dateline: Budapest: Pakistan and Hungary have reached an agreement to establish a hotline aimed at resolving illegal immigration and other issues between the two countries. This decision emerged from a meeting held in Budapest between Pakistan’s Interior Minister, Mohsin Naqvi, and his Hungarian counterpart, Sàndor Pintèr.
According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the hotline will be set up between the interior ministries of both nations, facilitating direct communication to efficiently address mutual concerns. The meeting also featured discussions on enhancing cooperation in various fields of mutual interest.
During the discussions, Minister Naqvi expressed gratitude towards the Hungarian Government for the warm hospitality extended during the 7th Ministerial Conference of the Budapest Process. Both parties also agreed to mark the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Hungary with grand celebrations next year.
In a further bid to strengthen relations, Minister Naqvi conveyed an invitation from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to the Hungarian Prime Minister for a visit to Pakistan in 2025, coinciding with the anniversary celebrations. Additionally, Naqvi extended an invitation to his Hungarian counterpart, who graciously accepted.
A proposal put forth by Naqvi will see a high-level Hungarian delegation visiting Pakistan to tackle illegal immigration and promote legal avenues. The delegation is expected to provide assistance in combating illegal immigration and human trafficking, with plans to prepare a report followed by a visit from the Hungarian Interior Minister to finalize cooperative measures.
The Hungarian Foreign Minister is also scheduled to visit Pakistan next month, underscoring the commitment to strengthening bilateral ties. The exchange of delegations is seen as a vital step in bolstering the relationship between the two countries, as emphasized by Naqvi. Pakistan’s Ambassador to Hungary, Asif Hussain Memon, and senior diplomatic officials were present during the meeting.