Pakistan, EU pledge cooperation against evolving terror threats

Pakistan and the European Union on Thursday reaffirmed their commitment to combating terrorism and agreed to strengthen cooperation against evolving security threats during their annual counter-terrorism dialogue in Islamabad.

What did Pakistan and the EU agree at the counter-terrorism dialogue?

The two sides reviewed ongoing bilateral and multilateral cooperation and discussed ways to expand their partnership to counter the threat of terrorism, Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry said in a statement.

They also assessed existing counter-terrorism efforts and identified areas where cooperation could be strengthened, according to the ministry.

What did the dialogue focus on?

The dialogue focused on exchanging best practices, sharing expertise and exploring new avenues for collaboration to address emerging trends in terrorism. Particular attention was given to the exploitation of cyberspace, energy resources and water resources by terrorist groups and states.

This underscored the need for closer coordination to respond to changing security challenges.

How will Pakistan and the EU continue their counter-terrorism cooperation?

Pakistan and the EU reiterated their shared resolve to combat terrorism in all its forms. They will work together against both established and emerging threats through continued bilateral and multilateral engagement.