The Counter Narcotics Agencies of India and Pakistan have recognized the efforts of both the countries in fighting drug trafficking and appreciated the need for furthering their efforts through enhanced mutual co-operation.
Detailed discussions on the issue of drug supply and demand reduction took place during the seventh round of Director General Level Talks between the Counter Narcotics Agencies of India and Pakistan held at Rawalpindi on December 1 and 2, 2005.
There was convergence of views on issues of mutual concern and the two sides reaffirmed their resolve for regular exchange of information on drug related issues. Realizing the region's sensitivity to transit-trafficking of drugs, both sides emphasized their deep commitment for forging closer co-operation between their Drug Law Enforcement Agencies.
To enhance co-operation between the two countries and to give proper direction and substance to this co-operation, a draft Memorandum of Understanding was discussed and agreed upon, in principle, for signature on a mutually convenient date.
The Pakistan Delegation was led by Major General Syed Khalid Amir Jaffery, director general, Anti Narcotics Force, Govt of Pakistan and the Indian delegation was led by KC Verma, director general, Narcotics Control Bureau, Govt of India.