ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has said that Pakistan is ready for comprehensive dialogue with India, including the Kashmir issue.
Speaking to senior journalists, Dar stated that the ceasefire between Pakistan and India is continued. He revealed that India had requested the United States to help initiate the ceasefire, and he received a call from the US on the matter. "I made it clear that Pakistan never wanted war," he added.
Dar emphasised that Pakistan never asked for mediation, but discussions about meeting at a neutral venue were proposed. "I said if it's a neutral location, we can proceed with talks," he noted.
He firmly stated that any negotiations with India would not be on a single-point agenda.
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“Dialogue must include all outstanding issues, especially Kashmir,” Dar reiterated, adding that India continues unnecessary rhetoric.
Regarding regional diplomacy, the Deputy PM also mentioned his upcoming two-day visit to Bangladesh. “The aim is to bring Pakistan and Bangladesh closer,” he said.
It is noteworthy that Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar is scheduled to depart for Bangladesh tomorrow.