After being ceasefire with India, Pakistan has expressed his desire to talk on some complex issues between the two countries. Pakistan Defense Minister Khwaja Asif has said that Kashmir, Indus Water Treaty and Terrorism remain a major issues with India and they can be discussed in any future conversation with the neighboring country.
This statement of the Defense Minister has come with India on Saturday after the consent made to stop all types of shells and military operations on land, air and sea with immediate effect. It is believed that Pakistan is believed to solve the pending issues with New Delhi. However, Asif has made this comment in response to a question related to these complex issues.
Pakistan will hold talks ahead with India
Asif said that major issues related to Indus Water Treaty (IW), terrorism and Kashmir can be discussed with India in future. A television channel quoted Asif as saying, these are the three major issues on which both countries can meet. “
Asif said, “If the ceasefire makes the path of peace, then it will be welcome.” He also said that it is too early to say anything with certainty. Pakistan said that it agrees on the ceasefire with India, as well as New Delhi has agreed to it.
Why was tension started?
In response to the Pahalgam terror attack last week, tension between India and Pakistan increased after the Indian Armed Forces attacked terrorist bases in Pakistan and Pakistan occupied Kashmir (POK).
Peace hopes in neighboring countries
Asif said, “There can be opportunities for peace as time passes.” He further said, “We hope that India and especially its leadership will give priority to the future of the region more than party interests someday.”
Asif expected the same steps from both and for peace and described it as the key to Asia’s progress. He has appreciated the diplomatic support from prominent colleagues and friendly countries including China, Türkiye, Azerbaijan and Gulf partners.