A meeting between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and his Bahraini counterpart Gen Sheikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa in Manama underscored growing need for enhanced security cooperation between the two brotherly nations.
Both sides reiterated their commitment to deepening collaboration in critical areas such as counter-terrorism, anti-human trafficking and narcotics control.
The convergence of their views on these pressing issues reflects strong will on both sides to ensure regional peace and stability. This relationship holds particular significance given large number of Pakistani nationals serving in Bahrain’s police and defense sectors. These expatriates are not only contributing to the kingdom’s internal security but also acting as a vital bridge between the two nations. Their presence is a living testament to the mutual trust and enduring bond shared by Pakistan and Bahrain. In today’s fast-changing geopolitical landscape marked by conflicts, shifting alliances and emerging security threats there is an urgent need for greater unity and coordination within Muslim countries.
As two important Muslim nations, Pakistan and Bahrain both have responsibility and opportunity to set an example by forging a more strategic partnership, particularly in the fields of defense and internal security. There is immense potential to transform existing security collaboration into a more robust economic and defense partnership. Pakistan’s defense industry, known for producing state-of-the-art military hardware offers an excellent opportunity for Bahrain to diversify and upgrade its defense procurement. A formal defense export framework between the two countries could pave the way for long-term strategic cooperation. Intelligence sharing, joint training programs and technical exchanges between law enforcement agencies can enhance preparedness against transnational threats. engagement must continue at various levels to identify new avenues for cooperation, whether in cybersecurity, border security or digital surveillance technologies.
