Pakistan and Bangladesh Sign Agreement to Strengthen Fight Against Drug Trafficking
May 2026 | By Azad News
Pakistan and Bangladesh have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation to combat drug trafficking and narcotics abuse, according to Pakistan’s Ministry of Interior.
The agreement was formalised during a visit by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi to Dhaka, where he met his Bangladeshi counterpart Salahuddin Ahmed to discuss expanded security cooperation.
Under the MoU, both countries agreed to strengthen efforts to prevent the illegal transportation and smuggling of narcotics across borders.
Officials from both sides also committed to developing a joint strategy to dismantle drug trafficking networks and improve coordination between enforcement agencies.
The agreement includes enhanced intelligence sharing on drug traffickers, coordinated investigations, and timely exchange of information between relevant authorities.
Both countries also agreed to collaborate on training programmes, modern policing techniques, and the use of advanced technology in narcotics control operations.
Pakistan further offered support for Bangladesh’s Safe City initiative, with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi assuring full cooperation in the development of the project.
In addition to drug control, the two sides discussed broader areas of cooperation including internal security, counter-terrorism, cybercrime prevention, organised crime, and financial fraud.
The interior ministries also explored opportunities to enhance training exchanges for police and civil armed forces personnel between the two countries.
During the meeting, Mohsin Naqvi invited his Bangladeshi counterpart to visit Pakistan, highlighting the importance of continued engagement at the ministerial level.
The agreement comes amid improving diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Bangladesh, which have strengthened following recent political changes in Dhaka.
In recent months, high-level exchanges and visits between the two countries have increased, reflecting a gradual improvement in bilateral ties and regional cooperation.
Conclusion
The new agreement between Pakistan and Bangladesh marks a significant step toward strengthening regional security cooperation, particularly in combating drug trafficking and organised crime while improving institutional coordination between the two countries.
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