PM decides not to use Indian airspace for Malaysia tour

PM Imran's visit is another sign of robust engagement between Pakistan and Malaysia

ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – Prime Minister Imran Khan on Sunday refused to use Indian airspace for his flight to Malaysia.

According to details, PM Imran Khan, who will embark on a two-day official tour of Malaysia on Monday, has decided to use Chinese airspace which will increase duration of his flight by four hours.

PM is visiting on the invitation of his Malaysia counterpart Mahathir Mohamad. The prime minister will be accompanied by a high-level delegation including cabinet members and senior officials.

During the visit, the two Prime Ministers would have tête-à-tête, followed by delegation-level talks. They will witness signing of important agreements and MoUs, and have joint press stakeout.

Imran Khan will also address a think-tank event organized by the Institute of Strategic and International Studies of Malaysia. During his various interactions, the he will share his vision about Pakistan and underline Pakistan s positive contribution to regional and international peace and security.

Imran Khan will also highlight the dire human rights and humanitarian situation in Indian Occupied Kashmir, emphasize the importance of averting risks to regional peace and stability posed by Indian belligerence, and underscore the importance of peaceful resolution of Jammu and Kashmir dispute.