17 Nov 2024, Lahore: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a meeting with Ambassador of Netherlands Henny De Vries. During the meeting, issues of mutual interest, bilateral relations and increasing cooperation in various fields were discussed. Discussions were also held on the promotion of cricket between the two countries. Both sides agreed to hold a cricket series between Pakistan and the Netherlands next year. Netherlands also agreed to sign a memorandum of understanding with PCB for the promotion of cricket. The ambassador of Netherlands said that the cricket team of Netherlands will visit Pakistan next year and play a match with the A team.
Interior Minister said that there is a need to take steps on a sustainable basis to promote bilateral relations. He also assured full support for the promotion of cricket in the Netherlands.
Interior Minister clarified that Pakistan has been hosting Afghan refugees for decades, and a comprehensive policy is being implemented for the return of Afghan refugees living illegally in Pakistan.
Editor: Kamran Raja