This Article is From Jul 05, 2012

Indo,Pak joint statement on secretary-level talks


Jul 05, 2012 11:25 (IST)
Pakistan Foreign Secretary Jalil Abbas Jilani:

  • My talks with Ranjan Mathai have been substantive, cordial
  • Reviewed cross Line of Control (LoC) Confidence Building Measures (CBMs); agreed to convene meeting of joint working group on cross LoC CBMs
  • Pakistan seeks friendly, cooperative relations with India
  • We must apply political will to resolve all outstanding issues
  • I have come here with a clear mandate from Pakistan leadership to promote relationship

    On 26/11 handler Abu Jundal:

    • Terrorism is a serious issue, we must take sincere steps to see how to resolve the issue of terrorism
    • I assured Mr Mathai that entire evidence India has must be shared with us and we'll investigate the matter
    • Willing to offer joint investigation in the whole matter

Jul 05, 2012 11:19 (IST)
Foreign secretary Ranjan Mathai:

  • Had a frank and constructive discussion
  • We may not agree on all issues but do agree that relations need to be normalised
  • We have an open mind and constructive spirit
  • Both countries recognise that terrorism poses threat
  • Comprehensive exchange of views on Jammu and Kashmir
  • Both sides underlined importance of people-to-people contact
  • Look forward to make progress on trade track
  • We reiterated firm and undiluted commitment of both countries to bring those responsible (for 26/11) to justice
  • Will pursue Jundal matter with determination

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