Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif issues special directives on internal security

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired an important meeting on Pakistan internal security on Thursday, August 20, 2026, as the government reviewed the country’s law and order situation and discussed measures to strengthen domestic security.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired an important meeting on Pakistan internal security on Thursday, August 20, 2026, as the government reviewed the country’s law and order situation and discussed measures to strengthen domestic security.

The meeting was held at the Prime Minister’s House and was attended by Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, the inspectors general of police from all four provinces, and other senior officials. Authorities provided the prime minister with a detailed briefing on the prevailing internal security situation across the country.

According to officials, the meeting focused on reviewing the overall law and order situation and assessing security challenges facing different parts of Pakistan. The participation of police chiefs from Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan highlighted the importance of coordinated security measures at both the federal and provincial levels.

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi briefed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on the latest security developments and the measures being taken by law-enforcement agencies. The meeting also provided an opportunity to assess existing arrangements and identify areas requiring stronger coordination.

Sources said the prime minister issued special directives to ensure internal security and stressed the importance of effective measures to maintain peace and stability. The government is expected to continue monitoring the security situation closely and strengthen cooperation among federal and provincial institutions.

The meeting comes amid continuing security challenges in various parts of the country. Recent security operations and counterterrorism activities have increased the focus on intelligence coordination, law enforcement and preventive measures aimed at protecting citizens.

The involvement of the provincial police leadership is particularly significant because maintaining law and order requires close coordination between federal security institutions and provincial authorities. A unified approach can help authorities respond more effectively to emerging threats and improve security preparedness.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s latest directives signal that internal security remains a major priority for the government. Officials are expected to implement the decisions taken during the meeting and maintain close coordination to address security concerns.

Further developments are likely as federal and provincial authorities continue reviewing the country’s security situation and taking measures to maintain peace and protect the public.