Positive talks integral to normalize Pak-India ties: Hina

LAHORE: Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar on Thursday said that an uninterrupted, constructive and positive dialogue process was integral to resolve all outstanding issues and normalize relations between Pakistan and India.

She was briefing the media soon after her arrival from New Delhi, here at Old Airport. Foreign Secretary Salman Bashir also accompanied her.

She said that Pakistan and India are well aware of the challenges faced by both of them and they also understand the need to ease tension between the both countries.

Hina said that an uninterrupted and result-oriented dialogue could lead both the countries and the whole region towards peace and prosperity.

She said that during her visit, she had meeting with Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Foreign Minister SM Krishna, Opposition leaders and found all of them looking forward for better ties with Pakistan which was very encouraging sign.

Hina said that Pakistan aims at improving relations with India through medium term, uninterrupted and constructive talks which were vital for peace in the region.

She said that during the visit both the countries also agreed to initiate Confidence Building Measures (CBMs) through trade and travel agreements. She added that the issues of Water, Indus Water Treaty and visa also discussed and both sides clarified their stance.

Copyright APP (Associated Press of Pakistan), 2011