Pakistan has announced that 200 personnel from the Federal Constabulary’s Special Diplomatic Protection Unit will receive training in Saudi Arabia. The decision aims to enhance professional skills and strengthen bilateral security cooperation between the two countries. The development was confirmed following high-level talks in Mina.
The agreement was reached during a meeting between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Saudi Interior Minister Abdulaziz bin Saud Al Saud. Both sides discussed internal security cooperation, regional developments, and ways to improve institutional capacity. The meeting also included exchanges of Eidul Azha greetings and mutual goodwill messages.
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Officials said the Saudi minister congratulated Naqvi on performing Hajj and appreciated Pakistan’s role in promoting regional stability. The discussions also covered broader bilateral relations and shared security concerns. Both countries emphasized continued collaboration in areas of law enforcement and diplomatic protection.
منی۔ وفاقی وزیرداخلہ محسن نقوی کی اپنے سعودی ہم منصب شہزادہ عبدالعزیز بن سعود سے ملاقات
دونوں وزرائے داخلہ نے ایک دوسرے کو عید الاضحی کی مبارکباد دی اور نیک خواہشات کا اظہار کیا
سعودی وزیر داخلہ نے پاکستانی ہم منصب محسن نقوی کو حج کی مبارکباد دی pic.twitter.com/cFknJAwSJ8— Ministry of Interior GoP (@MOIofficialGoP) May 28, 2026
According to the interior ministry, the training initiative will focus on strengthening the capabilities of Pakistan’s diplomatic security personnel. The program is expected to improve operational readiness and coordination in protecting diplomatic missions. It reflects ongoing efforts to modernize Pakistan’s security institutions through international cooperation.
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The ministry further stated that regional security challenges were also reviewed during the meeting. Saudi officials reportedly acknowledged Pakistan’s constructive role in reducing tensions in the region. The agreement marks another step in expanding Pakistan-Saudi Arabia security and strategic cooperation.