Pakistan and Lebanon agree to boost security and counter-terrorism cooperation

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Lebanese Interior Minister Ahmed Al-Hajjar in Islamabad to discuss bilateral relations and regional security. During the meeting, Sharif condemned Israeli military actions in Lebanon, expressing solidarity with the Lebanese people and affirming Pakistan’s support for Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Both nations agreed to enhance cooperation in combating terrorism, narcotics, illegal immigration, money laundering, and cybercrime. Discussions also focused on intelligence sharing, training programs for police academies, and the potential for visa-free entry for holders of diplomatic and official passports.

A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed regarding the transfer of convicted individuals, allowing citizens to serve the remainder of their sentences in their home countries. Officials from both nations expressed a commitment to strengthening ties through increased coordination and the appointment of focal persons to oversee bilateral security initiatives.