- Pakistan criticized the India-US joint statement, calling it “one-sided and misleading.”
- The statement urged Pakistan to bring the perpetrators of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks to justice.
- It also emphasized global efforts to eliminate terrorism and prevent the spread of dangerous weapons.
Why did Pakistan react so strongly?
Pakistan’s foreign office expressed disappointment over the statement made after talks between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former US President Donald Trump. The statement specifically mentioned Pakistan in the context of terrorism, which Islamabad found unfair and contrary to diplomatic norms. Officials in Pakistan argued that their country’s sacrifices in the fight against terrorism were not acknowledged, making the statement seem biased.
The India-US statement highlighted major terrorist threats from groups like al-Qaida, ISIS, Jaish-e-Mohammad, and Lashkar-e-Taiba. It stressed the need to eliminate terrorist safe havens worldwide. Furthermore, the statement reinforced India and the US’s commitment to preventing attacks like the 26/11 Mumbai tragedy, which killed over 165 people, and the 2021 bombing in Afghanistan.
What does this mean for global diplomacy?
This development could affect India-Pakistan relations and their diplomatic ties with the US. While India and the US continue to strengthen their partnership against terrorism, Pakistan remains defensive about its global image. The call for stronger action against terror groups may put pressure on Pakistan to take visible steps in counterterrorism efforts. Meanwhile, the broader goal remains—ensuring global security and preventing terror organizations from acquiring deadly weapons.
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