Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have agreed to strengthen internal security ties following a meeting between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud.

This agreement signals a deepening of bilateral cooperation in specialized security training, which is critical for the protection of diplomatic assets and personnel in volatile regions.

The two officials met May 29, 2026 [1], to discuss ways to enhance security cooperation between the two nations. A primary focus of the talks involved the training of Pakistan's FC Special Diplomatic Protection Unit. Under the new agreement, members of this unit will receive specialized training within Saudi Arabia [2].

The initiative aims to improve the capacity of Pakistani forces to protect high-level diplomatic missions. By leveraging Saudi Arabian security expertise, Pakistan intends to modernize its approach to diplomatic safeguarding, a move that aligns with broader strategic goals of regional stability.

Officials said the collaboration is intended to enhance bilateral security cooperation and ensure the safety of diplomatic assets [2]. The partnership emphasizes a shared interest in internal security, and the professionalization of specialized protection units.

The meeting on May 29, 2026 [1], underscores the ongoing strategic relationship between Islamabad and Riyadh. Both nations have historically maintained close ties, but the focus on specific tactical training for the FC Special Diplomatic Protection Unit represents a targeted expansion of their security framework.

“Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have agreed to strengthen internal security ties.”

The decision to train Pakistan's FC Special Diplomatic Protection Unit in Saudi Arabia suggests a shift toward more technical, operational interdependence. By integrating Saudi training protocols, Pakistan is not only upgrading its protective capabilities but also strengthening a strategic security corridor with a key Gulf ally, likely to facilitate safer diplomatic exchanges and increased high-level visits between the two countries.