ISLAMABAD | July 29, 2025 — Pakistan has once again extended an offer for a comprehensive and composite dialogue with India, aimed at settling all outstanding disputes between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, addressing a press conference in New York at the conclusion of his visit to the United States, underscored Pakistan’s commitment to peace and stability in the region.
Dar emphasized that any future dialogue between Islamabad and New Delhi must not be confined solely to the issue of terrorism. He highlighted Pakistan’s immense sacrifices in the global fight against terrorism, a fact acknowledged by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a recent meeting with Dar.
A central component of Pakistan’s call for dialogue is the imperative of addressing the longstanding Jammu and Kashmir dispute. The Deputy Prime Minister reiterated that permanent peace and stability in South Asia remain elusive without a just and lasting resolution to the Kashmir issue, in accordance with United Nations resolutions.
Furthermore, Dar clarified Pakistan’s firm stance on the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). He affirmed that the IWT is a binding agreement that cannot be unilaterally abrogated or amended by any single party. He issued a clear warning that any attempt by India to divert or block Pakistan’s share of water would be considered an unacceptable act, with potentially serious repercussions.
This renewed overture for dialogue comes amidst a period where military-to-military communications between Pakistan and India continue, yet political engagement remains absent. Pakistan consistently advocates for a political dialogue as the ultimate pathway to resolving complex bilateral challenges. The government believes that a holistic approach, encompassing all contentious issues, is essential for fostering mutual trust and achieving enduring peace between the two nations.
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