UPDATE: SECURITY INSPECTION OF EMBASSY ISLAMABAD,

C O N F I D E N T I A L ISLAMABAD 013345 SIPDIS E.O. 12958: DECL: 08/25/2030 TAGS: ASIG ASEC PK SUBJECT: UPDATE: SECURITY INSPECTION OF EMBASSY ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN (REPORT NUMBER ISP/S-05-35A, AUGUST 2005) REF: STATE 78514 Classified By: DSCG-05-1, G (SBU) 1. Below are the updates to the 6 remaining OIG formal security recommendations that were listed "resolved/open" and requested responses in Reftel A. (SBU) Recommendation 3 Update: Embassy Islamabad is still coordinating with DS/IP and CDO to provide continuity of management of the security programs. Post recently received a TDY A/RSO that will provide coverage for the Lahore consulate because the incumbent is scheduled to leave post early due to family medical reasons. All other current A/RSOs will have at least one week overlap with their successors. Status: Completed. (SBU) Recommendation 10 Update: The proposed installation of a hardline door in the Lahore consulate is a part of an OBO security upgrade project that is now scheduled to be completed in FY 07. Status: Unresolved. (SBU) Recommendation 13 Update: Action OBO. (SBU) Recommendation 16 Update: RSO Lahore has identified a new self-contained screening facility in New Delhi, India which will be shipped to the consulate in late August/early September. Status: Unresolved. (C/NF) Recommendation 17 Update: OBO surveyed the Consulate General Karachi Marine residence in June and is currently awaiting funding to install new hardline doors. Status: Unresolved. (SBU) Recommendation 21 Update: Mission Islamabad Narcotics Affairs Section in conjunction with Karachi Consulate RSO is reviewing numerous options to improve the security and living conditions at the Quetta NAS residential compound. Post expects a solution by September 30, 2006. Status: Unresolved. CROCKER