Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Thursday assured Natalie Baker of comprehensive and foolproof security arrangements for foreign dignitaries ahead of the high-stakes US-Iran talks scheduled in Islamabad this week.
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Pakistan is set to host in-person negotiations between the United States and Iran on Saturday, following a two-week ceasefire that paused hostilities which began on February 28. The talks are being viewed as a critical step toward de-escalation in the region.
During the meeting, Naqvi emphasized that all necessary measures had been finalized to ensure the safety of visiting delegations. He described JD Vance, Steve Witkoff, and Jared Kushner as “special guests,” reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to providing top-tier security.
The US envoy praised Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts and security preparedness for the upcoming dialogue.
Authorities have implemented extensive security protocols across Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Traffic diversions have been announced on major routes, including the Express Highway, due to the movement of foreign delegations, with citizens advised to plan travel accordingly.
Sources revealed that a 30-member advance US security team has already arrived in Islamabad to assess arrangements. Additionally, local holidays were declared in the twin cities to facilitate smooth security operations.
Key measures include the sealing of the Red Zone, closure of select entry points into the capital, and reservation of a high-security hotel for the delegations. Law enforcement agencies, rescue services, and hospitals have been placed on high alert to respond to any emergency.
The visiting delegations will be accorded VVIP protocol under the Blue Book during their stay.
The talks gained momentum after Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian confirmed Tehran’s participation in Pakistan-mediated negotiations. The United States also formally announced its involvement, with White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirming the dispatch of a high-level delegation to Islamabad.
Pakistan has played a central role in facilitating dialogue between Washington and Tehran, engaging regional stakeholders and maintaining back-channel diplomacy. These efforts culminated in the recent ceasefire, announced by Shehbaz Sharif, marking a significant breakthrough in easing tensions.
The upcoming talks are expected to lay the groundwork for a long-term peaceful resolution to the conflict.
