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Pakistan Orders Tougher Airport Document Checks as Interior Minister Targets Trafficking Networks

The directive instructs the FIA to enforce immigration laws without leniency to safeguard the country's reputation.

Overview

  • Mohsin Naqvi ordered rigorous screening of passengers' travel documents at all airports to curb illegal departures.
  • The FIA was told to strengthen airport immigration systems and apply laws impartially against networks facilitating illegal immigration.
  • Officials affirmed zero tolerance for fake visas and agent mafias linked to human trafficking.
  • An AI-based application launched last month will pilot checks to spot forged documents and assess traveler eligibility.
  • The meeting also called for a crackdown on organised professional beggar groups, with the FIA director general and senior officials in attendance.