Pakistan Vows to Resolve UAE, Kuwait, Oman Visa Issues Soon
KARACHI: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has acknowledged that Pakistanis are facing growing challenges in securing visas for the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Kuwait, and Oman, but expressed confidence that a breakthrough is near.
Speaking at the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) on Monday, Mohsin Naqvi said he is scheduled to meet the UAE Interior Minister on July 9 to address the surge in visa rejections.
“UAE visa rejection has become a significant issue. I am meeting with the UAE’s interior minister soon and I am hopeful we will find a solution,” he assured the business community.
Hope for the Green Passport
The interior minister underlined the government’s broader efforts to improve the global standing of the Pakistani passport.
“We are proud of our green passport, and in the future, it will be a source of even greater pride,” Naqvi said, adding that better global mobility for Pakistanis remains a top priority.
Focus on Karachi’s Well-being
Highlighting Karachi’s role as Pakistan’s economic backbone, Mohsin Naqvi said the city’s stability is crucial for national progress.
“If Karachi is healthy, Pakistan will be healthy,” he remarked, promising that the federal government would step up measures to tackle crime and smuggling.
New Security Measures
Naqvi revealed that the government is working with NADRA to integrate criminal records into citizens’ national ID cards, aiming to improve law enforcement tracking.
He also spoke about the Safe City project, which has shown success elsewhere and is expected to bring down crime rates significantly in Karachi.
Smuggling and Coastal Security
On smuggling, Mohsin Naqvi admitted that Pakistan’s limited resources have posed challenges in fully curbing the illegal flow of goods.
With only six coast guard boats to patrol over 1,000 kilometres of coastline, he said the government recently added two more vessels, with plans to strengthen coastal security further.
Water Crisis and Economic Priorities
Naqvi conceded that Pakistan has historically lacked adequate planning for urban water supply but expressed optimism for better solutions ahead.
He also reiterated that peaceful labour strikes are a constitutional right but emphasised that economic stability is the government’s top priority.
Muharram Security and Currency Measures
Naqvi praised the peaceful atmosphere during the first ten days of Muharram, crediting tight coordination with provincial authorities for minimal disruption.
Wrapping up, the interior minister pledged a continued crackdown on black-market dollar trading to help stabilise the rupee and strengthen the economy.
Stay tuned for updates on the Pakistan UAE visa issues and the government’s next steps to improve travel, security, and economic confidence.
