Imran Khan has pitched for better ties with India but maintains that Kashmir is the ‘core issue’ between the neighbours. Photo: PTINew Delhi: India has welcomed the Pakistan election that has paved the way for a new federal government, which New Delhi hoped would help build a South Asia free of terrorism. In a statement issued Saturday, foreign ministry spokesman Raveesh Kumar said India “desires a prosperous and progressive Pakistan at peace with its neighbours”. However, Kumar—in the statement—did not comment on the offer of India-Pakistan peace talks from Imran Khan, tipped to become Pakistan next prime minister. It also promises to “work on a blueprint towards resolving the Kashmir issue within the parameters of the UNSC resolutions”, which India rejects as outdated.

Source: Mint July 29, 2018 06:00 UTC