Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi denied allegations on Sunday that he had attended an anti-China event during his recent trip to the United States. He labeled the media reports as “malicious fabrication” and part of a “baseless campaign” aimed at tarnishing his reputation.
Naqvi’s statement came in response to claims circulated by Indian and local media, as well as on social media, alleging that he participated in a lobbying event targeting China’s ruling Communist Party. He assured that such falsehoods would not distract him from his duties and reaffirmed his dedication to his responsibilities.
The minister also accused certain individuals of attempting to provoke the U.S. Congress against Pakistan and urged political rivals not to harm the country for political gain.
Naqvi clarified that the purpose of his visit was to engage with American lawmakers to develop a strategy to combat terrorism, emphasizing that terrorism is a global issue, not just Pakistan’s. He expressed that his meetings with U.S. Congress members were productive, particularly in strengthening bilateral relations and discussing regional peace, especially regarding Afghanistan.
During his visit, Naqvi met with various U.S. politicians, including Senators and Congressmen such as Thomas Richard Suozzi, Jack Bergman, Joe Wilson, Rob Bresnahan, Henry Cuellar, and Maxine Waters. These discussions focused on enhancing ties between Pakistan and the U.S. as well as addressing shared regional concerns.
Naqvi reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to taking decisive action against any groups threatening the nation’s security. His trip followed Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th President of the United States, with Pakistan’s leadership hopeful for stronger bilateral relations under the new administration.
