Naqvi, Hafiz Naeemur Rehman discuss political, economic, security challenges

Rehman urges government to use diplomatic channels to ensure return of Pakistani hostages held by somali pirates

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman at the party’s headquarters in Mansoorah on Tuesday, where the two leaders discussed the country’s political, economic,. security situation, according to a statement issued by the Interior Ministry.

The meeting also focused on the regional landscape following the recent Iran-USrapprochement. Both leaders described the development as a positive step towards stability and peace in the region.

Rehman praised Pakistan’s role in facilitating efforts that contributed to the understanding between Tehran. Washington, saying the country’s contribution would be remembered as a significant diplomatic achievement.

وزیر داخلہ نے ایران امریکہ مذاکرات اور اس حوالے سے حکومتی اقدامات پر امیر جماعت اسلامی کو اعتماد میں لیاملاقات میں حافظ نعیم الرحمان نے صومالیہ میں پھنسے پاکستانیوں کا معاملہ بھی اٹھایا اور وزیر داخلہ سے مطالبہ کیا کہ

Naqvi briefed the JI chief on the Iran-US talks and the government’s related diplomatic initiatives. He said Pakistan had played an important role in easing regional tensions. credited the country’s leadership for supporting efforts aimed at peace.

“Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. the Field Marshal played an unforgettable role in promoting peace,” the statement quoted Naqvi, adding that Pakistan deserved recognition for helping reduce tensions in the region.

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The two leaders also discussed measures to improve the economy and provide relief to the public.

During the meeting, Rehman raised the issue of Pakistani nationals stranded in Somalia. urged the government to use diplomatic channels to ensure their safe and early return. He said the Iran-US understanding had paved the way for lasting peace across the region.

Eleven Pakistani nationalswere taken hostagewhen the MT Honour 25 was hijacked off Somalia's southeastern coast on April 21. More than 50 days later, the Pakistani crew members, along with the vessel's other crew, remain in captivity.

According to the hostages. negotiations havestalledbecause the shipping company has delegated talks to a third party rather than engaging directly with the pirates. The pirates reportedly refuse to recognise the intermediary. insist on dealing with authorised representatives of the company, leaving no effective negotiation channel in place.

Naqvi said he was grateful that Pakistan’s efforts for peace had been accepted and acknowledged, according to the statement.

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