Pakistan and Somalia have agreed to further strengthen cooperation in counter-terrorism and security-related matters. The understanding was reached during a meeting in Islamabad on Friday, between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and a high-level Somali delegation led by Interior Minister Ali Yusuf. The two sides agreed to adopt a joint strategy against terrorism and extremism and enhance cooperation in training, border management and disaster management. The Somali Interior Minister highlighted that his country is facing difficult circumstances and is fighting terrorists, expressing hope that the visit will further strengthen relations between Somalia and Pakistan. He expressed readiness to benefit from Pakistan’s experience in policing and counter-terrorism. To this, Mohsin Naqvi said Pakistan understands the challenges faced by Somalia and will provide full cooperation in counter-terrorism. He also announced visa facilitation for Somali citizens coming to Pakistan for medical treatment and education. The Somali Interior Minister appreciated the steps taken by Mohsin Naqvi for Islamabad’s infrastructure development. He also formally presented the special message from the Somali Prime Minister to Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and extended an official invitation to Mohsin Naqvi to visit Somalia.