Strategic Bilateral Action Against Drug Trafficking In a major step toward regional drug control, Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have appointed special representatives to enhance coordination in anti-narcotics operations. The announcement came after high-level discussions in Islamabad between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, chairman of the UAE’s newly formed National Anti-Narcotics Authority.

Joint Operations Yield Significant Results Pakistan’s Interior Ministry reported that joint efforts with the UAE have led to the arrest of 400 individuals and the seizure of five tons of narcotics, including heroin and synthetic drugs. These achievements were made possible through timely intelligence sharing and coordinated enforcement strategies.

Designated Representatives for Enhanced Cooperation To formalize this collaboration, Pakistan appointed DG ANF Major General Abdul Mueed, while the UAE named Brigadier Tahir Gharib as its special representative. This move builds on the momentum from the Pak-GCC Anti-Narcotics Conference held earlier this year, where Gulf nations committed to deeper cooperation against drug smuggling across borders.

Pakistan’s Role as a Regional Leader Minister Naqvi emphasized Pakistan’s position as a frontline force in the fight against narcotics. He reaffirmed the country’s resolve to dismantle drug trafficking networks and praised the UAE’s establishment of a federal anti-narcotics body as a milestone in bilateral efforts.

UAE’s Commitment to a Drug-Free Future Sheikh Zayed pledged full support from the Emirati side, stressing the importance of mutual cooperation to secure a better future for the region’s youth. His remarks reflect a shared vision for a drug-free Gulf, backed by robust enforcement and policy alignment.

Crackdown on Synthetic Drug Networks Pakistan has recently intensified its crackdown on synthetic drug smuggling, targeting criminal networks that exploit digital platforms and cross-border logistics. The rise in synthetic narcotics has prompted both nations to prioritize intelligence-led operations and surveillance.

Conclusion: A New Era in Regional Drug Enforcement The appointment of special representatives marks a new chapter in Pakistan-UAE anti-narcotics collaboration. With joint operations already yielding substantial results, this partnership is poised to reshape regional enforcement strategies and curb the flow of illicit drugs across borders.