Bilawal Bhutto Zardari criticizes India’s foreign policy, claiming it relies on falsehoods while Pakistan advocates for peace. He mentions Donald Trump’s offers to mediate in Kashmir but notes India’s apparent resistance to dialogue. He highlights the need for resolving disputes through negotiations and condemns India’s actions against Sikh communities and terrorism allegations, urging an end to external sponsorship of violence.
In a recent press conference in London, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), launched a scathing attack on India’s foreign policy, branding it as predicated on “lies and propaganda.” He indicated that Pakistan’s own narrative is grounded in truth and a commitment to peace. Particularly, he condemned what he characterized as India’s use of terrorism as a political weapon, citing the targeting of Sikh activists globally by Indian agencies.
The PPP leader pointed to U.S. President Donald Trump’s various offers for mediation as positive steps towards establishing peace between Pakistan and India. However, he lamented that these attempts appear undermined by the Indian government. Bilawal appreciated a recent statement from the U.S. State Department acknowledging Trump’s willingness to mediate in the Kashmir conflict.
During the news briefing, he maintained, “Pakistan has always sought peace through dialogue and diplomacy,” underscoring that all contentious issues, especially the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, must be resolved via peaceful discussions. Furthermore, he argued that lasting peace between the two nuclear-armed neighbors is crucial not just for their interests but for the global community at large.
Bilawal also claimed that India has consistently failed to provide credible evidence backing its terrorism accusations against Pakistan, remarking, “Despite our continuous demands, India has not been able to prove any of its claims.” He further asserted, “India knows well that Pakistan has no links with terrorism. Its efforts to malign us will fail, and we will continue to pursue peace in the region.”
The PPP Chairman expressed Pakistan’s commitment to resolving all disputes, including issues surrounding Kashmir and water rights, through dialogue. He further noted that even President Trump acknowledged the need for discussions regarding Kashmir: “If the U.S. must push India to the negotiating table, it should, because peace is in the world’s best interest.”
Bilawal also criticized what he described as India’s campaign against Sikh communities abroad and its alleged role in sponsoring terrorism within Pakistani borders. He urged India to cease its actions, stating, “We call on India to stop sponsoring terrorism beyond its borders.”
Lastly, he took a strong stance against threats from India regarding water supply cutoffs, labeling these threats as a breach of the UN Charter. Sharing insights on Pakistan’s recent security measures, he concluded, “The recent conflict has shown that even as a smaller nation, Pakistan has the strength to defend itself on all fronts.”
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s statements underscore the ongoing tensions between Pakistan and India, particularly regarding terrorism allegations and mediation efforts. He strongly advocates for dialogue and peaceful resolutions to disputes, while also critiquing India’s foreign policy actions. His remarks reflect a broader appeal to international mediators, particularly the United States, for support in finding a lasting peace in the region. The emphasis on Pakistan’s strength and resilience against threats adds gravity to his call for diplomatic engagement in addressing conflicts such as Kashmir.
Original Source: tribune.com.pk
