Pakistan, Sudan to sign MoU on cybercrime cooperation

Pakistan and Sudan have agreed to sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to boost cooperation in combating cybercrime, according to a statement from the Ministry of Interior. The decision was reached during talks between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Sudan's Interior Minister, Lt Gen Babiker Samra Mustafa Ali.

The Sudanese minister expressed interest in leveraging Pakistan's expertise and experience in addressing cybercrime. Both nations agreed to expand cooperation in security, internal affairs, police training, institutional cooperation, and the National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra), among other sectors.

Naqvi assured Sudan that Pakistan is prepared to provide professional training to its police officers and supports peace-building and reconstruction efforts in Sudan. The MoU also includes the continuation of Nadra's cooperation in the civil registration process.

Naqvi addressed visa issues faced by married Sudanese women in Pakistan, promising to resolve these concerns promptly. He emphasized that Sudanese citizens can access medical facilities in Pakistan and receive favorable treatment in the health sector.

The Sudanese minister praised Pakistan's support on international platforms for peace and security in Sudan. The meeting took place after Naqvi had discussions with the Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of the Army Staff, as well as a prior meeting with Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif.