Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has described the Makkah Joint Defense Agreement as a key step towards regional stability. Speaking at the Global Security Forum in Qatar, he stressed that the agreement does not target any specific country. He said Pakistan would continue promoting peace through dialogue, negotiations and diplomatic engagement.
Naqvi said Pakistan had consistently supported peaceful solutions, even during periods of heightened regional tensions. He emphasised that the government would keep diplomatic channels open despite difficult circumstances. According to the minister, dialogue remains essential for resolving disputes and preventing further tensions.
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He also highlighted Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir’s role in regional peace efforts. Naqvi said Munir worked up to 16 hours daily and made multiple visits to Tehran. He described these efforts as part of Pakistan’s broader attempts to ease tensions and support peace initiatives.
Furthermore, Naqvi acknowledged the challenges surrounding diplomatic negotiations. He said Pakistan continued its engagement despite difficult moments and uncertainty. He also credited Qatar’s emir and Munir with working long hours to advance peace efforts.
Naqvi highlighted Pakistan’s role in facilitating dialogue by hosting peace talks in Islamabad. He said the country would continue supporting negotiations between opposing sides. He also stressed that sustained diplomatic engagement remained important for resolving disputes peacefully.
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Meanwhile, Naqvi praised Qatar for hosting the Global Security Forum and promoting international mediation. He said Qatar played an important role in advancing global peace. He thanked the country for organising the event and called for greater international cooperation to address regional and global challenges.
Naqvi also called on countries to work together against terrorism, describing it as a common enemy. He noted that Pakistani soldiers continued to make daily sacrifices in counterterrorism efforts. He said recent months had proved significant for global peace and reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to dialogue, diplomacy and cooperation.