ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the United Kingdom have agreed to strengthen cooperation on counterterrorism, illegal migration and organised crime during the first visit of UK Security Minister Dan Jarvis to Pakistan, signalling a renewed push to deepen security ties between the two countries.
During his visit, Jarvis held meetings with senior Pakistani political, military and law-enforcement officials, including Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi.
برطانوی وزیر مملکت برائے سکیورٹی ڈین جاروس کی وزارت داخلہ آمد،وفاقی وزیر داخلہ محسن نقوی اور وزیر مملکت طلال چوہدری سے ملاقات
وفاقی وزیر داخلہ محسن نقوی اور برطانوی وزیر مملکت سکیورٹی ڈین جاروس کے درمیان وفود کی سطح پر بھی مذاکرات https://t.co/9PuvXhr3O1— Ministry of Interior GoP (@MOIofficialGoP) November 6, 2026
The discussions focused on regional stability, particularly the situation in Afghanistan, counterterrorism efforts, serious organised crime, illegal migration and visa fraud.
UK and Pakistan focus on joint security priorities
Both sides discussed ways to enhance intelligence sharing and operational cooperation to address shared security challenges and disrupt criminal networks operating across borders.
The talks also covered practical measures to strengthen institutional capabilities and improve coordination between relevant agencies, particularly in tackling terrorism, irregular migration and organised crime.
The visit reflects the importance both countries attach to cooperation on security matters amid evolving regional and international challenges.
پاکستان اور برطانیہ نے سیکیورٹی، قانون کے نفاذ، ترک وطن تجارت اور سرمایہ کاری کے شعبوں میں تعاون مزید بڑھانے پر اتفاق کیا ہے۔
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Minister highlights importance of security partnership
Speaking during the visit, Dan Jarvis emphasised that the UK and Pakistan face common threats and that closer cooperation is essential to protect communities in both countries.
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He said practical collaboration could help disrupt criminal networks, improve information sharing and strengthen the capabilities of security institutions.
The UK minister’s visit is expected to provide further momentum to bilateral engagement on counterterrorism, migration management and law-enforcement cooperation.
