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Naqvi, US Ambassador Review Security Plans for Second Round of Islamabad Talks
Preparations underway for second phase of talks with focus on security.
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by News Desk
2026-04-20
Naqvi, US Ambassador Review Security Plans for Second Round of Islamabad Talks

Islamabad – Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a meeting with the United States Ambassador to Pakistan, Natalie Baker, to review security preparations for the expected second round of Islamabad Talks.

The discussion took place at the US Embassy in the Diplomatic Enclave, where both sides also exchanged views on the regional situation and ways to strengthen Pakistan-US relations. Naqvi briefed the ambassador on the comprehensive security measures being implemented, emphasizing that special arrangements have been made to ensure the safety of all visiting delegations.

He expressed hope that the upcoming round of talks would be successful and contribute to easing tensions in the region. In response, the US ambassador acknowledged Pakistan’s constructive efforts in facilitating dialogue and helping reduce regional instability.

Senior officials, including the Director General of the Federal Investigation Agency, the Islamabad Chief Commissioner, the Inspector General of Police, and the Deputy Commissioner, were also present during the meeting.

Meanwhile, Islamabad has significantly tightened security ahead of the anticipated negotiations between the United States and Iran, which Pakistan is set to host once again. President Donald Trump recently indicated that a US delegation would arrive in Islamabad for the next phase of talks following an initial round that concluded without a formal agreement but also without any breakdown.

Authorities have imposed strict security measures across the capital. The Red Zone and surrounding high-security areas have been completely closed to traffic, while major routes such as the Islamabad Expressway and Srinagar Highway are facing partial or temporary closures.

Heavy vehicles have been barred from entering the city, and citizens have been advised to use alternative routes to avoid disruptions. Traffic has been diverted through designated corridors, including Ninth Avenue and Margalla Road, to maintain flow between Islamabad and Rawalpindi.

The earlier round of direct US-Iran discussions, held in Islamabad earlier this month, ended on a cautious note, with both sides remaining engaged despite key disagreements. Major sticking points include tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has recently closed again, linking its reopening to the lifting of US restrictions on its ports.

Additionally, a temporary ceasefire between the two countries, agreed earlier this month after weeks of conflict, is set to expire soon, adding urgency to the upcoming talks.

Authorities have urged residents to stay updated through official communication channels as the city prepares to host another critical round of diplomatic engagement.
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