This Article is From Aug 24, 2009

Talks with Pak not possible till terror ends: Krishna

Talks with Pak not possible till terror ends: Krishna

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New Delhi:

Noting that India is yet to see Pakistan take effective steps to end infiltration and dismantle terror infrastructure, External Affairs Minister S M Krishna on Monday said a "meaningful dialogue" cannot be possible till Islamabad implements its commitments on these counts.

Addressing the Indian envoys here, he said India wishes to resolve differences with Pakistan through dialogue and has conveyed its readiness to engage in meaningful discussions and develop bilateral relations in a "positive manner".

"We have maintained that a stable Pakistan at peace with itself and the region is a desirable goal. We wish to address our differences with Pakistan through dialogue," Krishna told the 112 Heads of Missions who have assembled here for a two-day conclave to discuss how India's interests could be enhanced abroad.

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