Saudi prince's letter being verified: FO

Foreign Office spokesman Abdul Basit said that a letter written by Saudi Prince was being verified to confirm its authenticity. Commenting on Indian desire to become member of Nuclear Suppliers Group, he said, Pakistan strongly believes that there should be level playing for the two countries. He said Pakistan has been insisting to get the same treatment by the international community on civil nuclear cooperation that has been made available to India. Replying to a question about American Presidents visit to India, the spokesman hoped that it would help contribute towards peace and stability in South Asia. The spokesman said the United States also understand how important Jammu and Kashmir issue is for peace and stability of the region. The spokesman told a questioner that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs was in the process of establishing authenticity or otherwise of the reported letter of the Saudi Prince to the Chief Justice of Pakistan regarding acquisition of accommodation for pilgrims in the holy land.