Islamabad: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, Chairman of the UAE’s National Anti-Narcotics Authority, have agreed to enhance cooperation in the fight against drug trafficking. The announcement was made after a meeting in Islamabad between the two leaders, highlighting the growing partnership between the two countries in counter-narcotics efforts.

During the meeting, both sides discussed various strategies to combat drug trafficking and agreed on appointing special representatives to oversee these efforts. Pakistan nominated DG ANF Major General Abdul Mueed, while the UAE nominated Brigadier Tahir Gharib for this role.

Interior Minister Naqvi expressed his support for the UAE’s newly established National Anti-Narcotics Authority, congratulating Sheikh Zayed on his appointment as the first Chairman. He emphasized that the authority would enhance collaborative efforts against drug trafficking.

Naqvi reiterated Pakistan’s commitment as a frontline state in the war against drugs, highlighting recent successes, including the arrest of 400 individuals and the seizure of five tons of narcotics in the UAE. He noted that this progress was made possible through joint efforts and timely information exchange.

Sheikh Zayed affirmed the UAE’s commitment to cooperation in anti-narcotics initiatives, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding future generations through strengthened bilateral efforts.

The meeting was attended by a high-level UAE delegation, including senior officials from various anti-narcotics departments across the UAE. Pakistani officials, including Minister of State for Interior Tallal Chaudhry and senior Interior Ministry officials, also participated in the discussions.