Islamabad, Jan 9: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi hosted a farewell meeting with outgoing U.S. Ambassador Donald Blome on Thursday, January 9, 2025. Cite turn0search0During the meeting, they discussed matters of mutual interest, including the strengthening of Pakistan-U.S. relations and strategies to address global challenges such as terrorism.
Minister Naqvi praised Ambassador Blome’s contributions to fostering ties between the two nations and extended his best wishes for the diplomat’s future endeavors. Ambassador Blome condemned recent incidents of terrorism in Pakistan, reaffirming the need for global cooperation to combat the menace. Minister Naqvi emphasized that terrorism is a global issue requiring a unified response and called for international collaboration to devise a comprehensive plan for its eradication.
He also reiterated Pakistan’s strict stance on illegal immigration, declaring that unauthorized foreign nationals would not be allowed to reside in the country. Ambassador Blome expressed gratitude for the support he received from Pakistani institutions during his tenure, acknowledging their cooperation in facilitating diplomatic efforts. The meeting was attended by Federal Secretary of Interior Khurram Ali Agha and U.S. Deputy Head of Mission Natalie Baker.
