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Terrorism, humanitarian issues high on Krishna`s agenda
New Delhi, Jul 13 (PTI) Terrorism that continues to
emanate from Pakistani soil will be high on the agenda of
External Affairs Minister S M Krishna as he embarks on a
mission to Pakistan on Wednesday, in an effort to bridge the
trust deficit that has bedeviled the ties between the two
countries.
Krishna's three-day visit to Islamabad to hold talks with
his Pakistani counterpart Shah Mahmood Qureshi, will also
focus on humanitarian issues such as people-to-people contact,
exchange of prisoners and bilateral trade. But from New
Delhi's point of view terrorism will be the key issue.
The visit takes place in the backdrop of weeks of
violence in Kashmir valley, in which the Indian establishment
sees involvement of elements from across the Line of Control.
In fact, some see a link between Krishna's visit and timing of
the violence.
Belligerent hate-India speeches by leaders of jehadi
groups such as Hafiz Saeed, wanted in Mumbai terror attacks
case, continue to cause concern, and which will undoubtedly
be conveyed to Islamabad during the parleys on Thursday.
The two Foreign Ministers have been tasked by their Prime
Ministers, who met in Thimphu in April, to bridge the trust
deficit and increase confidence in the relationship, thus
paving the way for a substantive dialogue on issues of mutual
concern.
The Indian delegation will travel to Islamabad with an
open mind and look for areas where the two sides can agree and
thereby reduce their differences.
The least India expects is credible and effective action
against those involved in terror activities against it,
including those named in connection with the Mumbai terror
attacks.
Home Minister P Chidambaram, who was in Pakistan last
month, has conveyed India's expectations to Pakistani
leadership and also sought speedy conclusion of the 26/11
terror attack trial there. India awaits substantive Pakistani
response in this regard.
Although the upcoming talks are not being described as
Composite Dialogue, India will not shy from discussing any
issue concerning the bilateral ties.
Afghanistan may be another important subject for
discussion between Krishna and Qureshi. India has pumped in
millions of Dollars in assistance to the war-torn country and
is unwilling to cede any strategic space to Pakistan. PTI
emanate from Pakistani soil will be high on the agenda of
External Affairs Minister S M Krishna as he embarks on a
mission to Pakistan on Wednesday, in an effort to bridge the
trust deficit that has bedeviled the ties between the two
countries.
Krishna's three-day visit to Islamabad to hold talks with
his Pakistani counterpart Shah Mahmood Qureshi, will also
focus on humanitarian issues such as people-to-people contact,
exchange of prisoners and bilateral trade. But from New
Delhi's point of view terrorism will be the key issue.
The visit takes place in the backdrop of weeks of
violence in Kashmir valley, in which the Indian establishment
sees involvement of elements from across the Line of Control.
In fact, some see a link between Krishna's visit and timing of
the violence.
Belligerent hate-India speeches by leaders of jehadi
groups such as Hafiz Saeed, wanted in Mumbai terror attacks
case, continue to cause concern, and which will undoubtedly
be conveyed to Islamabad during the parleys on Thursday.
The two Foreign Ministers have been tasked by their Prime
Ministers, who met in Thimphu in April, to bridge the trust
deficit and increase confidence in the relationship, thus
paving the way for a substantive dialogue on issues of mutual
concern.
The Indian delegation will travel to Islamabad with an
open mind and look for areas where the two sides can agree and
thereby reduce their differences.
The least India expects is credible and effective action
against those involved in terror activities against it,
including those named in connection with the Mumbai terror
attacks.
Home Minister P Chidambaram, who was in Pakistan last
month, has conveyed India's expectations to Pakistani
leadership and also sought speedy conclusion of the 26/11
terror attack trial there. India awaits substantive Pakistani
response in this regard.
Although the upcoming talks are not being described as
Composite Dialogue, India will not shy from discussing any
issue concerning the bilateral ties.
Afghanistan may be another important subject for
discussion between Krishna and Qureshi. India has pumped in
millions of Dollars in assistance to the war-torn country and
is unwilling to cede any strategic space to Pakistan. PTI
