Pakistan and the United Kingdom have agreed to explore the potential for developing an agreement that will allow the deportation of individuals suspected of terrorism, announced Interior Minister Nisar Ali Khan and British Home Secretary Theresa May at a joint news conference after their talks here on Tuesday.
Both the ministers reiterated their commitment to jointly working in tackling the shared threats faced by both countries, to continuing existing cooperation on counterterrorism, illegal immigration and organised crimes as well as reiterating their commitment to a step change in counterterrorism.
Secretary May recognised the important steps already taken by the PML-N government particularly in the shaping of a national security strategy and new structures to coordinate military and civilian efforts. She offered UK’s support and expertise to help Pakistan in this regard.
She shared how the UK government used emergency coordination structures in response to crises and how civilian agencies coordinate on a daily basis. She agreed to share expertise of how the UK managed security on a day-to-day basis to keep citizens safe.
The UK also agreed to continue supporting to tackle the scourge of improvised explosive devices (IEDs) particularly through public awareness campaigns and also agreed to continue sharing expertise in safeguarding sporting events and aviation security.
Both the ministers agreed to tackle illegal migration which posed a threat to the UK and led to the exploitation of vulnerable Pakistanis by visa agents. The two countries will now work together to tackle this threat and ensure dignified return of the migrants.
The UK will also work with all key law enforcement partners in Pakistan including the ANF, FIA, and the FBR to combat the threat of organised and complex crime.
Nisar and May signed a joint counter narcotics memorandum of understanding (MoU).
They also welcomed the continuation and strengthening of joint cooperation against all organised crimes, including money laundering and organised immigration. The UK also offered expertise and support to check kidnapping for ransom.
Secretary May acknowledged Pakistan’s maximum sacrifices in the war against terrorism. She said Pakistan would have an important role in the region after the withdrawal of NATO forces from Afghanistan.
Chaudhry Nisar thanked the British government for its cooperation in various sectors.
Her Pakistan trip come as a surprise, are they talking about suspected militant that lives in Edgeware, London and make hate speeches via phone?
I hope so… He should be on the first plane to Pakistan the moment the treaty is signed
There is something going on behind the scenes between Pakistan and Britain on some issues. First PM David Cameron and now foreign secretary in Pakistan.
Who is living in
Something is wrong because HA hardly makes speeches by telephone
lanat on mr bean tind
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