Furthermore, he mentioned Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts in addressing the Palestine issue through backdoor channels with friendly countries. In 2006, the United Nations also adopted the solution, albeit not accepted by Israel, he added. During this period, certain OIC member countries forged diplomatic ties with Israel, exercising autonomy in their foreign policies. Ashrafi emphasized that since 2002, all political parties in successive Pakistani governments, with the inclusion of various religious groups, supported this solution. He clarified that Pakistan was fostering positive relations with brotherly Islamic nations, which had a favourable impact on Pakistan’s economic conditions.

Source: The Nation December 10, 2023 14:58 UTC