Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Friday inaugurated the state-of-the-art \u201cCascade\u201d service center in Islamabad\u2019s Diplomatic Enclave, a facility aimed at providing a range of essential services to the diplomatic community and foreign nationals under one roof.
\nThis is the first time such a comprehensive service center has been established in the history of the Diplomatic Enclave, aligning with the government\u2019s focus on enhancing the convenience and safety of diplomats and foreign residents.
\nAccording to Minister Naqvi, the Cascade service center will offer over a dozen services for foreign nationals and diplomats, eliminating the need for them to navigate multiple offices across the capital. Among the services available are the issuance and renewal of driving licenses, character certificates, police verification, reporting of missing persons, and tenant registration. These services are expected to significantly ease administrative processes for diplomats and international visitors, providing them with faster, centralized access to essential resources.
\nFurthermore, the Cascade center will also facilitate foreign citizens by offering additional services like registration for foreigners, domestic staff, and volunteers, vehicle verification, and access to copies of First Information Reports (FIRs). Minister Naqvi emphasized that these services are intended to streamline processes and improve the overall experience for foreign nationals residing in or visiting Islamabad.
\n\u201cThis service center is a reflection of our commitment to creating a secure, welcoming environment for diplomats and international visitors,\u201d said Naqvi during the inauguration ceremony.
\nHe added that the initiative aligns with the vision of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to prioritize the comfort and security of foreign representatives.
\nNaqvi also shared that over 1,500 police and FC personnel, along with 20 dedicated police vehicles, are stationed at the Diplomatic Enclave to ensure the highest standards of security.
\nIn his address, Naqvi stated, \u201cBeautifying the Diplomatic Enclave and the entire capital is part of our mission, as we look to project Islamabad as a modern, secure, and visitor-friendly capital.\u201d
\nThe new service center aims not only to provide essential services but also to foster closer coordination and cooperation between law enforcement and diplomats. The presence of senior Islamabad Police officials at the inauguration reinforced the significance of the center in facilitating secure communication and collaboration. Islamabad\u2019s Inspector General of Police provided a detailed briefing on the range of services available to foreign nationals at the center, further highlighting the effort to ensure ease of access to these resources.
\nFollowing the inauguration, Minister Naqvi, accompanied by a delegation of diplomats, toured the various service counters at the Cascade center.
\nHe inspected the facilities and expressed satisfaction with the infrastructure, expressing confidence that the center would serve as a model of efficiency and service delivery. Diplomats and foreign nationals attending the ceremony conveyed their appreciation to Minister Naqvi for the initiative, recognizing the Cascade center as a positive step toward strengthening Islamabad\u2019s diplomatic and international standing.
\nThe event saw a large turnout of diplomats from across the city, as well as high-ranking officials including the Federal Secretary of Interior, IG Islamabad Police, DC Islamabad, and other senior officers from Islamabad Police. Their participation underscored the importance placed on diplomatic relations and the commitment to a secure and supportive environment for the diplomatic community.
\nThe Cascade service center is set to be a pivotal resource within the Diplomatic Enclave, offering streamlined, centralized services to foreign nationals and contributing to Islamabad\u2019s reputation as a secure, efficient, and international-friendly city.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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