The Government of Pakistan has formally established the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) as an independent institution with full authority to investigate and act against all cyber-related offenses across the country.

In light of increasing incidents of harassment, blackmail, identity theft, and other social media crimes, the previous cybercrime wing under the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has been elevated to the status of an autonomous body specifically tasked with combating online crimes. 

According to an official statement from the FIA spokesperson, all responsibilities related to cyber crime prevention, investigation and enforcement will now be handled exclusively by the newly-formed NCCIA.

Newly appointed DG of the FIA and National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), met with Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi who expressed the need to enhance the NCCIA’s capacity. 

While issuing directives for curbing cybercrimes, Mohsin Naqvi stated that cybersecurity was an emerging challenge and successfully combating it would require enhancing the capacity of the NCCIA by sending officers abroad for specialized training.